aficionado

noun

ə-ˌfi-sh(ē-)ə-ˈnä-(ˌ)dō How to pronounce aficionado (audio)
variants also afficionado
Definition of aficionadonext
as in lover
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 aficionado Co-founder Tomaž Zaman, who started Mono in 2024, found early traction with networking aficionados, who use the product to speed their internet connections. — Kif Leswing, CNBC, 27 June 2026 The home’s condition has long alarmed preservationists, particularly aficionados of Wright’s work. — Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 25 June 2026 Crime fiction aficionados are sure to devour this collection of six novellas from the bestselling author. — Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 21 June 2026 Someone did point out a workaround that any ranch aficionados will be familiar with. — Matt Reigle Outkick, FOXNews.com, 18 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for aficionado
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aficionado
  1. lover
  2. fan
  3. enthusiast
  4. sucker
  5. fanatic
Noun
  • The move is contentious, with environmentalists supporting the removal, while tribes and horse lovers are heartbroken.
    — Susanne Rust, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
  • Boating rules Sacramento’s local waterways are an valuable resource for boat-lovers in the area, but changing water conditions and strong currents require operators to stay alert.
    — Haley Parsley July 9, Sacbee.com, 9 July 2026
Definition of lover
Noun
  • After the scorching heat of Paris Fashion Week Men’s, the heatwave returned, much like the fans and cooling devices at shows.
    — Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 10 July 2026
  • But the departure of those teams was good news for fans purchasing tickets this week for the quarterfinals.
    — Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 10 July 2026
Definition of fan
Noun
  • This guide offers both traditional and innovative recipes, perfect for fans of farfalle, gnocchi enthusiasts, or noodle soup lovers.
    — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 July 2026
  • As the United States marks its 250th birthday, many astronomy enthusiasts may be asking exactly that.
    — Joe Rao, Space.com, 4 July 2026
Definition of enthusiast
Noun
  • Afterward, Kenins recommends removing water sprouts and suckers.
    — Helena Madden, Martha Stewart, 2 July 2026
  • Any Bay State citizen from Boston to Great Barrington would have been handcuffed and hauled into court yesterday for sucker-punching a fellow bar patron the way a State Police officer did over the weekend.
    — Boston Herald editorial staff, Boston Herald, 30 June 2026
Definition of sucker
Noun
  • Gardner’s Big Slick co-host and fellow Chiefs fanatic, Eric Stonestreet and his wife, Lindsay, attended.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 4 July 2026
  • For basketball fanatic Adam Sandler, there was no better way to shake off the pre-wedding jitters than shooting some hoops.
    — Kathleen Perricone, Entertainment Weekly, 4 July 2026
Definition of fanatic

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“Aficionado.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aficionado. Accessed 11 Jul. 2026.

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