Lover — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈlə-vər/ lov·er

Meaning & Definition of Lover

Lover (noun)

  1. a person in love
  2. two persons in love with each other
  3. an affectionate or benevolent friend

Lover (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a person with a strong and habitual liking for something

    "an enthusiastic lover of all kinds of team sports"

    similar: addict, aficionado, buff, bug, devotee, enthusiast, fan, fanatic, fancier, fiend, fool, freak, habitué, head, hound, junkie, maniac (informal), maven, nut, sucker
    related: groupie, admirer, amateur, collector, connoisseur, dilettante, authority, expert, adherent, convert, cultist, disciple, follower, hanger-on, votary, advocate, apostle, backer, champion, evangelist, exponent, friend, patron, promoter, proponent, supporter, partisan, zealot, booster, rooter, well-wisher, faddist
    opposite: nonfan
    near: nonadmirer, belittler, carper, critic, detractor

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Lover

The most common words with a similar meaning to Lover:

Informal: maniac
addict, aficionado, buff, bug, devotee, enthusiast, fan, fanatic, fancier, fiend, fool, freak, habitué, head, hound, junkie, maven, nut, sucker

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Lover

Words with the opposite meaning of Lover:

nonfan

Related Words for Lover

groupie, admirer, amateur, collector, connoisseur, dilettante, authority, expert, adherent, convert, cultist, disciple, follower, hanger-on, votary, advocate, apostle, backer, champion, evangelist, exponent, friend, patron, promoter, proponent, supporter, partisan, zealot, booster, rooter

Near Antonyms of Lover

nonadmirer, belittler, carper, critic, detractor

Origin & Etymology of Lover

First known use: 13th century

Words & Phrases Containing Lover

lover boy, true lover's knot, secret lover

Frequently Asked Questions about Lover

What does "Lover" mean?

"Lover" means a person in love. As a noun, it is defined as: a person in love.

What is another word for "Lover"?

Other words for "Lover" include addict, aficionado, buff, bug, devotee, enthusiast, fan and fanatic. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Lover" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Lover"?

There are 52 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Lover". Common alternatives include addict, aficionado, buff, bug, devotee, enthusiast, fan, fanatic, fancier and fiend.

What is the opposite of "Lover"?

Antonyms of "Lover" include nonfan. Near antonyms include nonadmirer, belittler, carper and critic.

How do you use "Lover" in a sentence?

Examples of "Lover" in a sentence: "an enthusiastic lover of all kinds of team sports".

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

"Lover" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Lover"?

"Lover" is pronounced /ˈlə-vər/ and divided into syllables as lov·er.

What is the origin of the word "Lover"?

First known use: 13th century.