1.
supporter; person in favor; those who agree
A person who agrees with or supports a proposal, opinion, or course of action. Used in discussions, voting, and debates.
賛成者は手を挙げてください。
Those in favor, please raise your hand.
賛成者が過半数を超えた。
The number of supporters exceeded a majority.
この提案に対する賛成者は少なかった。
There were few supporters for this proposal.
Composed of 賛成 (agreement, approval) and 者 (person). Used in formal settings like meetings, votes, and debates to identify those who support a motion.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 賛成者多数: majority in favor
- 賛成者と反対者: supporters and opponents
- 賛成者を集める: to gather supporters
- 賛成者数: number of people in favor
USAGE:
Commonly heard in parliamentary proceedings, committee meetings, and formal votes. Also used in general discussion about public opinion on issues.
RELATED TERMS:
- 反対者: opponent, person against — the direct opposite
- 支持者: supporter, backer — broader term for ongoing support
- 賛同者: person who endorses — very similar but implies active endorsement
- 賛成: agreement, approval — the base noun