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Sponsor

Verb / ˈspɑ:nsɜ: / Another word for sponsor — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A person or organization that provides funds or support for a project, activity, or person.

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Common collocations

  • major sponsor
  • title sponsor
  • event sponsor
  • proud sponsor
  • sponsor a child
  • sponsor a team
  • sponsor a project
  • become a sponsor

Word family

verb sponsor
adjective sponsorial

Usage note

As a verb, 'sponsor' often implies financial or material support for an event, activity, or person. It can also mean to formally approve or support something.

Example sentences

  1. The local business was happy to sponsor the school's sports team.
  2. The museum had several sponsors for their new exhibit.
  3. The athlete was able to compete in the Olympics thanks to his sponsor.
  4. The charity event was a success thanks to the generosity of the sponsors.
  5. The company was able to launch its new product thanks to the support of its sponsor.

Quotes

  • A good leader takes a little more than his share of the blame, a little less than his share of the credit. - Arnold H. Glasow
  • I have a love interest in every one of my films: a gun. - Arnold Schwarzenegger
  • The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. - Nelson Mandela

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