follower
word
Definition
A follower is someone who supports or admires another person, especially a leader, or someone who regularly receives updates from another person on social media.
Usage & Nuances
Common for social media ('Instagram followers'); also for someone loyal to a religion, movement, or leader. Not the same as 'fan' (which often means enthusiastic supporter in pop culture). Usually countable. Use 'follower of' to show what someone believes in.
Spanish: seguidor - seguidoraPortuguese (BR): seguidor - seguidoraPortuguese (PT): seguidor - seguidoraChinese (Simplified): 粉丝 - 追随者Chinese (Traditional): 粉絲 - 追隨者Hindi: अनुयायीArabic: متابع
Example Sentences
She has over 1,000 followers on Instagram.
basic
A follower is someone who supports a leader.
basic
He is a follower of Buddhism.
basic
Most of her followers love her daily videos.
natural
I became a follower after hearing his speech—it was inspiring.
natural
That influencer's followers always defend him online.
natural