Follower — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈfä-lə-wər/ fol·low·er

Meaning & Definition of Follower

Follower (noun)

  1. one in the service of another, retainer
  2. one that follows the opinions or teachings of another
  3. one that imitates another

Follower (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. one who follows the opinions or teachings of another

    "the followers of Gandhi have spread his philosophy of nonviolence all over the world"

    similar: acolyte, adherent, convert, disciple, epigone, liege man, partisan, pupil, votarist, votary
    related: apostle, missionary, proselytizer, soldier, faithful, loyalist, advocate, backer, champion, supporter, protégé, scholar, student, ideologist, ideologue, sectarian, admirer, cultist, devotee, enthusiast, fan, idolater, worshipper, zealot, apparatchik, camp follower, flunky, hanger-on, henchman, lackey, lickspittle, minion, myrmidon, satellite, stooge, sycophant, toady, yes-man
    opposite: coryphaeus, leader
    near: apostate, defector, renegade, traitor, turncoat

  2. a person who adopts the appearance or behavior of another especially in an obvious way

    "Brando's Method acting inspired a whole generation of mumbling followers"

    similar: aper, copycat, copyist, echo, imitator, rubber stamp, wannabe
    related: parrot, ape, emulator, impersonator, impressionist, mimic

Related Entry: Camp follower (noun)

Camp follower is a different word from Follower. The synonyms below are for camp follower, not for follower.

  1. as in lackey, sycophant

    similar: apparatchik, flunky, hanger-on, henchman, lackey, lickspittle, minion, myrmidon, satellite, stooge, sycophant, toady, yes-man, acolyte, adherent, convert, disciple, epigone, follower, liege man, partisan, pupil, votarist, votary, apostle, missionary, proselytizer, soldier, faithful, loyalist, advocate, backer, champion, supporter, protégé, scholar, student, ideologist, ideologue, sectarian, admirer, cultist, devotee, enthusiast, fan, idolater, worshipper, zealot
    opposite: apostate, defector, renegade, traitor, turncoat, coryphaeus, leader

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Follower

The most common words with a similar meaning to Follower:

acolyte, adherent, convert, disciple, epigone, liege man, partisan, pupil, votarist, votary, aper, copycat, copyist, echo, imitator, rubber stamp, wannabe

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Follower

Words with the opposite meaning of Follower:

coryphaeus, leader

Related Words for Follower

apostle, missionary, proselytizer, soldier, faithful, loyalist, advocate, backer, champion, supporter, protégé, scholar, student, ideologist, ideologue, sectarian, admirer, cultist, devotee, enthusiast, fan, idolater, worshipper, zealot, apparatchik, camp follower, flunky, hanger-on, henchman, lackey

Near Antonyms of Follower

apostate, defector, renegade, traitor, turncoat

Origin & Etymology of Follower

First known use: before 12th century

Words & Phrases Containing Follower

camp follower

Frequently Asked Questions about Follower

What does "Follower" mean?

"Follower" means one in the service of another, retainer. As a noun, it is defined as: one in the service of another, retainer. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Follower"?

Other words for "Follower" include acolyte, adherent, convert, disciple, epigone, liege man, partisan and pupil. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Follower" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Follower"?

There are 61 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Follower". Common alternatives include acolyte, adherent, convert, disciple, epigone, liege man, partisan, pupil, votarist and votary.

What is the opposite of "Follower"?

Antonyms of "Follower" include coryphaeus and leader. Near antonyms include apostate, defector, renegade and traitor.

How do you use "Follower" in a sentence?

Examples of "Follower" in a sentence: "the followers of Gandhi have spread his philosophy of nonviolence all over the world"; "Brando's Method acting inspired a whole generation of mumbling followers".

Is "Follower" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Follower" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Follower"?

"Follower" is pronounced /ˈfä-lə-wər/ and divided into syllables as fol·low·er.

What is the origin of the word "Follower"?

First known use: before 12th century.