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also afficionado
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
What many art aficionados didn’t know is that Elliot is on the autism spectrum.
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Richard Johnson, New York Daily News, 1 Feb. 2026
Since 1971, car aficionados have gathered in the Scottsdale area for one of the world's most recognizable car auctions.
—Keith Laing, USA Today, 31 Jan. 2026
According to food and drink aficionados at Chowhound, these 11 states have bars that tote a unique charm, with stories of the past living throughout each building.
—Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 30 Jan. 2026
It is believed to have been jewelry aficionado Alfred Hitchcock who introduced Grace Kelly to Cartier in the first place.
—Rachel Garrahan, Vogue, 22 Jan. 2026
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Richard Johnson, New York Daily News, 1 Feb. 2026
Since 1971, car aficionados have gathered in the Scottsdale area for one of the world's most recognizable car auctions.
—Keith Laing, USA Today, 31 Jan. 2026
According to food and drink aficionados at Chowhound, these 11 states have bars that tote a unique charm, with stories of the past living throughout each building.
—Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 30 Jan. 2026
It is believed to have been jewelry aficionado Alfred Hitchcock who introduced Grace Kelly to Cartier in the first place.
—Rachel Garrahan, Vogue, 22 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aficionado
Noun
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Science aside, a batch of these will win over any chocolate lover, regardless of where their brownie loyalties lie.—
Maggie Meyer Glisan,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Feb. 2026
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Looking to build out a universe or find a great gift for a pop culture lover?—
Brittany Anas,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Hundreds of fans then had to clear the court, which had to be wiped down after food and drinks spilled everywhere.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
8 Feb. 2026
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Thousands of their fans had, too.—
Colin Millar,
New York Times,
8 Feb. 2026
Noun
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While sports enthusiasts are taking bets on the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots, Bad Bunny fans − and other music lovers − have been dying to know what Benito has up his sleeve since he was announced as the halftime show headliner.—
Pamela Avila,
USA Today,
5 Feb. 2026
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The brand's Paso Robles line is perfect for hiking and outdoor enthusiasts, due to the unique impact-resistant lenses and full UV400 sunlight protection.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Feb. 2026
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Kocher was a grandfather and a sucker for extra hours on the bike trails, Beckley said.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Feb. 2026
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For a coach who thinks running the ball is for squares and suckers, that’s not exactly adapting one’s philosophy to fit your personnel.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
27 Jan. 2026
Noun
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But the crowds of pastry fanatics and Maxime Frédéric fans descend on the weekends.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 Feb. 2026
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Veloso is, without a doubt, a football fanatic.—
Baz Bamigboye,
Deadline,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Aficionado.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aficionado. Accessed 13 Feb. 2026.
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