B2nounmediasociety
US/ˈfɑː.loʊ.ər/
UK/ˈfɒl.əʊ.ə/
a person who supports or admires a leader, belief or person, including online
In context
The singer has over ten million followers on social media.
He was a loyal follower of the old king until the end.
Followers of the religion gathered in the square to pray.
Words that go with follower
adjective + noun
- loyal followerEvery leader needs a few loyal followers.
- devoted followerShe is a devoted follower of the famous chef.
verb + noun
- gain followersThe page gained thousands of followers in a week.
- attract followersHis message attracted followers from many countries.
noun + preposition
- follower ofHe is a follower of a small religious group.
noun + noun
- Instagram followerEach Instagram follower sees her daily posts.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I have many follower.Correct: I have many followers.