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

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Pink is no comedian and many of the show’s bits fell flat, but the star’s fandom seemed genuine and her vocal prowess the envy of many a Tony nominee. Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2026 The fandom endures today with album releases, a comic book series and a fan-run convention called JemCon that is currently celebrating its 20th year. Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 8 June 2026 Harbaugh’s newfound fandom might take him to the arena as well. Bennett Conlin, Baltimore Sun, 7 June 2026 With just days until the kick off of the FIFA World Cup 2026, Telemundo is tapping into the power of one of its biggest Super Series names to fuel fútbol fandom. Veronica Villafañe, Forbes.com, 6 June 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 13 Jun. 2026.

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