Upholder

Pronunciation: /ˈəpˈhoʊɫdɝ/

Upholder (noun)

  1. A person who supports a belief, plan, or right and tries to protect it.
  2. A person who insists that a rule, standard, or system should be followed.
  3. A person or group that keeps something going, especially a service, organization, or tradition.

Examples

  • The upholder of a cause speaks for people who need help.
  • An upholder of a cause stands firm when others doubt the plan.