follower
FO-loh-uh
Follower (noun) means a person who supports, admires, or adheres to the ideas of another person, movement, or belief. Example: “The cult had thousands of devoted followers.”
noun
1
A person who supports, admires, or adheres to the ideas of another person, movement, or belief.
"The cult had thousands of devoted followers."
"She was an early follower of the minimalist design movement."
2
A person who subscribes to another person's account on social media.
"His follower count doubled after the video went viral."
3
A mechanical part that receives motion from another moving part, as in an engine.
"The cam follower wore down after years of use."
How to use follower
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who supports or subscribes to another person's ideas or online account.
Common pairings
loyal follower
gain followers
a follower of
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Etymology
From Old English folgere, built from "follow" plus the agent suffix "-er."
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What does “follower” mean?
The word “follower” means a person who supports, admires, or adheres to the ideas of another person, movement, or belief. In plain terms, someone who supports or subscribes to another person's ideas or online account.
How do you pronounce “follower”?
“Follower” is pronounced FO-loh-uh (/ˈfɒləʊə(ɹ)/ in IPA).
How do you use “follower” in a sentence?
Here is “follower” used in a sentence: “The cult had thousands of devoted followers.”
What is the opposite of “follower”?
The opposite of “follower” — its antonyms — are leader and precursor.
What part of speech is “follower”?
“Follower” is a noun.
Where does the word “follower” come from?
The word “follower” comes from Old English. From Old English folgere, built from "follow" plus the agent suffix "-er.".
Is “follower” a common word?
“Follower” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “follower” have?
“Follower” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who supports, admires, or adheres to the ideas of another person, movement, or belief.
What is the difference between a follower and a fan?
A fan is someone who admires or enjoys something, often passively, while a follower more actively supports, adheres to, or subscribes to a person, movement, or account. On social media specifically, a follower is someone who has formally subscribed to another user's account to see their updates.
What is the difference between a follower and a disciple?
A disciple usually implies a closer, more devoted relationship to a teacher or leader, often involving direct instruction, while a follower can simply mean someone who supports or adheres to a person's ideas from a distance. All disciples are followers, but not all followers are disciples.
What does follower mean in mechanical engineering?
In mechanical engineering, a follower is a part that receives motion from another moving part, such as a cam follower in an engine. This mechanical sense is unrelated to the social or ideological meaning of the word.
