fandom

noun

fan·​dom ˈfan-dəm 

1

: all the fans (as of a sport)

2

: the state or attitude of being a fan

Examples of fandom in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Whether through his groundbreaking films or his diehard fandom for his beloved New York Knicks, Lee helped redefine the image of the modern urban lifestyle, giving voice to the Black community and bridging the worlds of art, sports and style. — Jennie Bell, Footwear News, 12 Nov. 2026

Cosm is trying to establish itself as a destination for fandom — both for sports and for film. — Sarah Whitten, CNBC, 12 Nov. 2026

Kansas City residents are strong in their sports fandom, and a new national study backs them up. — Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 11 Nov. 2026

The fourth and final season of HOTD will likely see Rhaenyra and Alicent at odds once again following Helaena’s death, which will undoubtedly polarize the fandom. — Isabella Albaig, Vulture, 9 Nov. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1903, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for fandom

• random
• tandem
• memorandum
• pseudorandom
• nonrandom