variants
also afficionados
as in lovers
a person with a strong and habitual liking for something
an aficionado of the sci-fi series who has seen all the movies several times
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Recent Examples of aficionados
Tuesday afternoon, on the first day of men’s trade show Pitti Uomo, around 180 menswear aficionados, influencers and industry insiders paraded through the streets of Florence in their Sunday best.
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Lucy Maguire, Vogue, 14 Jan. 2026
Additionally, Florence is not lacking in exhibitions for art aficionados.
—Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 13 Jan. 2026
Oenophiles can sip flights of small-batch wines at the Ojai Vineyard Tasting Room, and olive oil aficionados should sample the goods at Carolina Gramm Olive Oil Products, which also stocks oils from the nearby Ojai Olive Oil Company.
—Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 13 Jan. 2026
For the clubhouse’s first anniversary this winter, the design aficionados are upping the game with a private members-only floor.
—Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Jan. 2026
Two bald eagles, called Mama and Papa by aficionados, have been in living in the park since at least 2017, according to the nonprofit Friends of Lakes Folsom & Natoma website.
—Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 5 Jan. 2026
In the past few years, natural-wine aficionados have embraced the funky barnyard notes imparted by Brettanomyces yeast, which have traditionally been regarded as a flaw.
—Nicola Twilley, New Yorker, 5 Jan. 2026
But Gabriel’s work in Genesis is still revered by prog aficionados all across the planet.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 5 Jan. 2026
But as Booktok and Bookstagram aficionados know, that's just the beginning.
—Lizz Schumer, PEOPLE, 22 Dec. 2025
Lucy Maguire, Vogue, 14 Jan. 2026
Additionally, Florence is not lacking in exhibitions for art aficionados.
—Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 13 Jan. 2026
Oenophiles can sip flights of small-batch wines at the Ojai Vineyard Tasting Room, and olive oil aficionados should sample the goods at Carolina Gramm Olive Oil Products, which also stocks oils from the nearby Ojai Olive Oil Company.
—Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 13 Jan. 2026
For the clubhouse’s first anniversary this winter, the design aficionados are upping the game with a private members-only floor.
—Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Jan. 2026
Two bald eagles, called Mama and Papa by aficionados, have been in living in the park since at least 2017, according to the nonprofit Friends of Lakes Folsom & Natoma website.
—Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 5 Jan. 2026
In the past few years, natural-wine aficionados have embraced the funky barnyard notes imparted by Brettanomyces yeast, which have traditionally been regarded as a flaw.
—Nicola Twilley, New Yorker, 5 Jan. 2026
But Gabriel’s work in Genesis is still revered by prog aficionados all across the planet.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 5 Jan. 2026
But as Booktok and Bookstagram aficionados know, that's just the beginning.
—Lizz Schumer, PEOPLE, 22 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aficionados
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After all, when lovers of the cosmos come together in this Earth sign, tradition, courtship and long-term commitment take precedence over fleeting chemistry.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
7 Jan. 2026
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The cafe’s signature coconut latte is a great way to beat the heat and a must for coconut lovers.—
Arundhati Hazra,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Jan. 2026
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John Stamos shared a dramatic new look with fans in an Instagram post on Tuesday, Jan 13.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
PEOPLE,
14 Jan. 2026
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As to what exactly will be available for the fans to purchase, LA28 officials wouldn’t say on Tuesday.—
Scott M. Reid,
Oc Register,
14 Jan. 2026
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Located in Uptown Charlotte, the attraction appeals to racing enthusiasts and casual visitors alike, offering interactive experiences that bring the sport’s rich history to life.—
Bill Bootz,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Jan. 2026
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Pickleball enthusiasts expressed excitement that indoor courts would be opening but opponents worried other community events that were once held at the site would be forced out like arts and crafts show, roller derby, the Rosie the Riveter festival and Fourth of July celebrations.—
Sierra Lopez,
Mercury News,
11 Jan. 2026
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Additionally, prune any dead branches, thorny suckers, and any branches that may be touching the ground.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
2 Jan. 2026
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Begin by removing any suckers at the base of the tree, side shoots on the trunk, crossing or crooked branches, dead or damaged branches, those that are growing inward, and crowded branches.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
31 Dec. 2025
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Disney and Lucasfilm really went all out with this one, and Star Wars fanatics who aren’t strict purists won't find a better box set right now.—
Fran Ruiz,
Space.com,
28 Dec. 2025
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Virginia's capital city has something for every type of traveler—from history lovers and art fanatics to foodies and outdoorsy types.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Dec. 2025
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