n. 25B6; noun
supporters of gun control : ADVOCATE, backer, adherent, promoter, champion, defender, upholder, crusader, proponent, campaigner, apologist.
Labour supporters : BACKER, helper, adherent, follower, ally, voter, disciple; member.
the charity relies on its supporters : CONTRIBUTOR, donor, benefactor, sponsor, backer, patron, subscriber, well-wisher.
the team's supporters : FAN, follower, enthusiast, devotee, admirer; informal buff, addict.