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Synonyms & Antonyms of acolyte
one who follows the opinions or teachings of another
- a highly influential economist whose acolytes can be found at many major universities
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Words Related to acolyte
- ideologist,
- ideologue
- (also idealogue),
- sectarian
- admirer,
- cultist,
- devotee,
- enthusiast,
- fan,
- idolater
- (or idolator),
- worshipper
- (or worshiper),
- zealot
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“Acolyte.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/acolyte. Accessed 5 Aug. 2021.
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