fandom

noun

fan·​dom ˈfan-dəm How to pronounce fandom (audio)
Synonyms of fandomnext
1
: all the fans (as of a sport)
2
: the state or attitude of being a fan

Examples of fandom in a Sentence

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And many teams in return have embraced the new fandom too with pride nights and players using rainbow stick tape. Charlotte Observer, 29 Jan. 2026 What followed is an incredible conversation on politics, race, equality and mutual fandom. Steve Baltin, Los Angeles Times, 29 Jan. 2026 But as the streamer grew, the potential to capitalize on the rabid fandom around the NFL was too tempting. Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 28 Jan. 2026 Both actresses have been vocal about their fandom of the band in various interviews. Virginia Chamlee, PEOPLE, 28 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for fandom

Word History

First Known Use

1903, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of fandom was in 1903

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“Fandom.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fandom. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.

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