Definition

A person who supports or admires someone or something, often by following their ideas or actions.

Example

She has many followers on her social media account who enjoy her content.

Conversation

I saw your new post about that artist; you have so many followers now!

Thanks! I guess people really like the style I’m sharing.

It’s awesome to see how your followers engage with your work.

Yeah, it motivates me to keep creating more content.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Follower → It is formed from "follow" (from Old English *fōlgan*, meaning to go after or pursue) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A follower is a person who goes after or supports someone or something.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'goes after' ('follow') another person — the '-er' just means a person. A follower is someone who supports or pursues another.

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