Word
campaigner
Phoneticscam·paign·er, stress on the second syllable
US/kæmˈpeɪnɝ/
UK/kæmpˈeɪnɐ/
Politics
Definition
n. a person who works hard to support a cause or a political candidate. You use this for someone who is very active in trying to change a situation.
n. a person who actively supports a cause, candidate, or policy. Often used to describe individuals who engage in public advocacy or political mobilisation.
Examples
“She is a dedicated campaigner for animal rights.”
“The local campaigner spent months organizing the community to vote for the new park.”
“Despite facing significant opposition from the establishment, the grassroots campaigner managed to secure enough signatures to force a public referendum on the proposed law.”
Examples
simple
“She is a dedicated campaigner for animal rights.”
contextual
“The local campaigner spent months organizing the community to vote for the new park.”
complex
“Despite facing significant opposition from the establishment, the grassroots campaigner managed to secure enough signatures to force a public referendum on the proposed law.”
Real-World Examples
“NHS England, which was tasked with implementing report recommendations, said it had worked to "improve outcomes for patients", but surgeons and campaigners believe progress has been slow.” “Disabled campaigners say the official advice for staying safe in a heatwave can put them in more danger.” “Campaigners have called for greater sections of the network to be "undergrounded".” “With the support of Londoners and campaigners across the country, we fought, organised and delivered.” Word family
NOUN
Domain
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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