Advocation

Pronunciation: /ˌædvəˈkeɪʃən/

Advocation (noun)

  1. The act of speaking or writing in favour of a cause, plan, or person, to gain support from others.
  2. Serious support for an idea, policy, or action, shown through arguments and explanations.

Examples

  • Her advocation helped the community gain public support.
  • The campaign focused on advocation to build public support.