WELL-WISHER
NOUNS – PERSON
► BENEDICTOR a eulogist, one who commends or praises, a well-wisher → 1614 obs.
► BEST WISHER a person who wishes the best for another person or thing; one who wishes well; a kind person → 1607
► FAVOURITE one who countenances, encourages, or supports; a well-wisher, friend, or follower → 1585-7 obs.
► LOVER a person who feels fondness or regard towards another; a friend, a well-wisher → a1275
► WELL-WILLER a well-wisher; a benevolent person; a friend → 1825 Sc.