contraremonstrants

Example:The supporters of the bill were encouraged by the recent positive news and continued their campaign for its passage.

Definition:People who favor or defend a policy, proposal, or individual; backers.

Example:The loyalists to the old regime held a secret meeting to discuss their next moves.

Definition:People who show steadfast allegiance or devotion to a king, country, party, or person.

Example:The conformists in the community often attended the official celebrations and parades.

Definition:People who conform to a particular code of behavior or social practice in all respects; those who follow the majority opinion without independent thought or inquiry.

Example:The affirmers of the resolution were confident that it would be successful.

Definition:People who support or agree with a statement or action; those who affirm something.

Example:The advocates of the new policy emphasized its benefits at the meeting.

Definition:People who plead, argue in favor of, or defend a cause, policy, etc.