Pronunciation

/səˈspɒnsər/

Definitions

Noun

A sponsor is a person, organization, or company that provides financial or promotional support for an event, project, or individual, often in exchange for recognition or benefits.

Verb

To sponsor is to officially back or financially support a project, event, or individual, typically with the expectation of visibility or benefits.

Phrases

• “Sponsor an event” means to fund or endorse a particular activity.
• “Lead sponsor” refers to the primary supporter of a project or initiative.
• “Brand sponsorship” is when a company supports a program to promote its products or services.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The local business was the main sponsor of the charity marathon.”
• Verb: “The university sponsored several students to attend the international conference.”
• Phrasal verb: “The sports team’s success was largely due to the generous sponsorship from a major corporation.”

Synonyms

• Backer
• Patron
• Funder
• Endorser
• Supporter
• Promoter

Antonyms

• Opponent
• Critic
• Opposer
• Non-sponsor
• Detractor