論者
also: ろんじゃ
Meanings
1
Refers to a person who argues for a particular position, participates in debates, or publicly supports a cause.
He is known as an advocate for environmental protection.
At the debate, each debater expressed their own opinion.
2
Used to refer to the writer of a particular text, often in formal or academic contexts. Can be used self-referentially by the author.
The present writer holds a different view on this issue.
Usage patterns
- 〈事〉を主張する論者an advocate who argues for/claims something
The number of advocates arguing for the need for reform is increasing.
- 論者によれば〜according to the writer/author
According to the author, this theory has not yet been sufficiently verified.
- 論者の間で〈事〉が分かれるopinions are divided among advocates/debaters over something
Opinions are divided among advocates regarding that policy.