sponsor

USAGE SUMMARY

The phrase "sponsor" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when referring to an individual or organization that provides support, typically financial, for an event, activity, or person. Example: "The local business agreed to sponsor the community festival, providing funds for entertainment and activities."

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Formal & Business

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

52 human-written examples

The evening is part of the Tate & Egg Live performance series, of which the Guardian is media sponsor.

The Guardian

Until McIlroy and Dubai Duty Free stepped forward, this was a tournament minus a sponsor and, essentially, direction.

The Guardian - Sport

Thus, Reid is only the fourth poet to win the overall Costa (or Whitbread as it was known under its earlier sponsor) and of those four, three have been honoured for elegies.

The Guardian - Books

Jimmy's chances to become one of the world's greatest sprinters would be much better if he could stay in the UK and find someone to sponsor his training.

The Guardian

The company was a founding sponsor of the festival and its chairman, Luca Belgiorno-Nettis, also resigned as chairman of the festival.

The Guardian

To lie to your husband, kids, lovers, friends and sponsor about your addictions?

The Guardian - TV & Radio

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

8 human-written examples

Nevada Republican Dean Heller, a co-sponsor of the bill, told reporters early on Friday: "We're losing the 'politics of going home' argument with our conference".

The Guardian

When asked on ABC radio if Labor would continue with its plans to introduce the private members' bill, the deputy leader and bill co-sponsor Tanya Plibersek said, "certainly we will".

The Guardian

Seeking to address that very problem, Harms and his fellow caddies last year identified one so-called injustice – the sponsor-filled bibs every caddie wears, sans payment – and asked the Tour to remedy the situation.

The Guardian - Sport

Texas senator Ted Cruz, a rival to Paul for the libertarian voting bloc, is an original co-sponsor of the Senate's version of the USA Freedom Act and said he was urging GOP leadership to bring the bill up for a vote and allow it to pass.

The Guardian

More than a year ago I asked for a co-sponsor to my bill and, without a Liberal co-sponsor, Labor has had to go it alone".

The Guardian

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

When referring to sponsorship agreements, ensure the terms are clearly defined in a contract to avoid future disputes.

Common error

Avoid assuming that being a "sponsor" automatically grants excessive control over the sponsored entity or event. The level of influence should be mutually agreed upon beforehand.

Linguistic Context

The term "sponsor" functions primarily as a noun referring to an individual or organization that provides support, usually financial, or as a verb meaning to provide such support. Ludwig AI's examples showcase both uses, aligning with its dictionary definition.

Expression frequency: Very common

Frequent in

News & Media

50%

Formal & Business

30%

Science

10%

Less common in

Academia

5%

Encyclopedias

3%

Wiki

2%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

The word "sponsor" is a versatile term functioning as both a noun and a verb, indicating support—typically financial—for an entity or activity. Ludwig AI confirms its correct usage and high frequency, particularly in News & Media and Formal & Business contexts. When using "sponsor", ensure clarity regarding the supported entity and avoid assumptions about control. Alternatives such as "patron", "underwriter", and "supporter" offer nuanced options depending on the specific context.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

supporter

A more general term encompassing various forms of assistance, not solely financial.

backer

Similar to supporter, implying general assistance and encouragement.

financial backer

Focuses specifically on the financial aspect of sponsorship.

funding provider

Directly indicates the provision of monetary resources.

patron

Emphasizes a more traditional and often artistic form of support.

underwriter

Highlights the assumption of financial risk associated with supporting an endeavor.

benefactor

Implies a charitable or philanthropic motivation behind the support.

promoter

Suggests active endorsement and advertisement in addition to support.

angel investor

Specifically refers to an individual providing capital for a startup.

grant giver

Refers to an entity that awards grants, typically for research or charitable projects.

FAQs

How to use "sponsor" in a sentence?

You can use "sponsor" as a noun, referring to a person or organization providing support, or as a verb, indicating the act of providing support. For example, "The company is the main "financial backer" of the event" or "They agreed to "support" the project."

What can I say instead of "sponsor"?

Depending on the context, you can use alternatives like "patron", "underwriter", or "supporter".

Which is correct, "sponsor" or "sponser"?

"Sponsor" is the correct spelling. "Sponser" is a misspelling and should be avoided in formal writing.

What's the difference between "sponsor" and "donor"?

While both "sponsor" and donor provide support, a "sponsor" often receives some form of recognition or benefit in return, whereas a donor typically gives without expecting direct compensation. However, they are both "benefactor".