Follower
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈfɒləʊə(ɹ)/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Follower is a noun meaning (literally) One who follows, comes after another.
Meaning
(literally) One who follows, comes after another.
More Meanings
- Something that comes after another thing.
- One who is a part of master's physical group, such as a servant or retainer.
- One who follows mentally, adherer to the opinions, ideas or teachings of another, a movement etc.
- An imitator, who follows another's example.
- A pursuer.
- (social media) An account holder who subscribes to see content from another account on a social media platform.
- A machine part receiving motion from another.
Example Sentences
I have over 50 followers on Twitter, but all my tweets only get 10 likes.
Talking bout these other rappers getting old is even getting old / Worrying about your followers, you need to get your dollars up
Shah won over the Nepali youth vote with his outsized social media presence. His Instagram account has over 1.2 million followers, while his Facebook page has 3.8 million.
Word Forms
- followers
Synonyms for follower
Depending on context, synonyms include adherent, disciple.
Antonyms for follower
Common opposites include leader, precursor.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include following, booster, proponent, supporter, apprentice, secondary.
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