This is the 6920th most frequent Dutch word.
advocate
"Advocate" in Dutch means "lawyer" or "attorney" in English.
In this sentence, 'advocate' means a legal professional or lawyer.
De advocate verdedigde haar cliënt in de rechtszaal.
The lawyer defended her client in the courtroom.
Here, 'advocate' implies a support or promoter of a cause or idea.
Hij is een groot pleitbezorger voor milieubehoud; een echte advocate voor verandering.
He is a great proponent for environmental conservation; a true advocate for change.
This usage of 'advocate' refers to an acting role portraying a legal professional.