chief exponent

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describes a primary or leading advocate of an idea or skill.

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Examples (10)

  • Einstein was the chief exponent of relativity theory.
  • She became the chief exponent of modern dance in her country.
  • Darwin is considered the chief exponent of evolutionary theory.
  • The professor was known as the chief exponent of behavioral psychology.
  • He emerged as the chief exponent of sustainable architecture.
  • The artist was recognized as the chief exponent of abstract expressionism.
  • She remained the chief exponent of women's rights in parliament.
  • The philosopher became the chief exponent of existentialism in America.
  • Marx was the chief exponent of communist ideology.
  • The scientist established himself as the chief exponent of quantum mechanics.