FANS Synonyms: 150 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

plural of fan

as in lovers

a person with a strong and habitual liking for something lifelong fans of country and western music

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verb

present tense third-person singular of fan

as in triggers

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Recent Examples of fans

Noun

Telemundo isn’t totally new to his bar, which is a hotspot for loyal soccer fans. — Miami Herald, 18 July 2026 Many tiki fans cite a visit to the Tiki Room at Disneyland as the genesis of their obsession. — Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 18 July 2026 Tuchel is now facing a significant public backlash at home, from fans who feel frustrated that this tournament has ended the way that so many others have. — Jack Pitt-Brooke, New York Times, 18 July 2026 Boise finally put a second ball in the back of the net in the opening minutes of stoppage time, sparking wild joy as goalscorer Amang ripped off his shirt and celebrated with nearby fans. — Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 18 July 2026 Locals cheered alongside international fans for their teams at sports bars, parades through city streets and, of course, World Cup matches. — ABC News, 18 July 2026 But the semi-annual change has few fans – an AP-NORC poll last year found that only 12% of American adults were in favor of it, while almost half opposed it. — Deepti Hajela, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2026 For the Surrealists, fans of Marx and Freud, such energies could be more healthily—and liberally—expressed. — Emily Watlington, ARTnews.com, 17 July 2026 That’s the signal for fans to run to the beer tent for $3 beer. — Michael Goldstein, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for fans

Noun

This is the Prairie School thumbprint that Condé Nast Traveler ranks among the world's best small cities for architecture lovers.

— Natalie Hoberman, Forbes.com, 18 July 2026
And despite wrapping production before the Canadian series aired, this new movie also mirrors it with a scene in which the two lovers stare at each other across a crowded nightclub dance floor.

— David Mack, CNN Money, 17 July 2026

Definition of lovers

Verb

The stutter, in this case, provides a sudden stimulus that triggers the ’keeper to commit to going in a certain direction early, which can then be exploited with a shot sent the other way.

— Geir Jordet, New York Times, 14 July 2026
Many scientists believe that amyloid buildup eventually triggers an abnormal form of tau to form tangles in neurons, setting off symptoms.

— Lauran Neergaard, Fortune, 14 July 2026

Definition of triggers

Verb

Centre-back Chadi Riad flicks the outswinging corner across goal, with his team-mates’ runs dragging Haiti’s defence forward.

— Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 14 July 2026
She is laid out on a gurney, breathing in and out as the nurse flicks the needle, shooting oxytocin, prostaglandins into her blood-stream.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 25 June 2026

Definition of flicks

Noun

Interview ended with a tender reunion between Lestat and Louis, and audiences’ appetite for the sexy blood-suckers, arguably the hottest couple on TV, has only grown in anticipation of the latest installment of their story.

— Hannah Giorgis Yohannes, Vanity Fair, 13 July 2026
Snip any side shoots and suckers that develop on the first 2 to 3 feet of the vine so the plant will focus its energy on a strong main vine and fruit, to grow more quickly.

— Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 7 July 2026

Definition of suckers

Verb

The adolescent’s ability to use their phone to access social media and continuous news, interact with artificial intelligence and play games often broadens their perspectives and encourages individual creativity.

— Elizabeth Dowdell, Fortune, 15 July 2026
The framework encourages avoiding tobacco, staying physically active, getting sufficient sleep and eating a nutritious diet built around fruits, vegetables, lean protein, nuts, seeds and healthy fats like olive oil.

— Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 14 July 2026

Definition of encourages

Verb

The fan delivers powerful whole-room airflow that reaches up to 23 feet and oscillates 90 degrees to distribute cool air more evenly throughout the space.

— Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 23 June 2026
According to Bodine, public discourse around artificial intelligence often oscillates between unchecked optimism and outright resistance, leaving little room for more measured conversations about responsible implementation.

— William Jones, USA Today, 28 May 2026

Definition of oscillates

Noun

OnePlus has been a key Android brand for enthusiasts in the US and other regions, but the company has struggled to find a footing outside China and India.

— Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 14 July 2026
There’s a big difference between selecting a film to stream from your bed and getting out of the house, going to a store and talking about movies with a clerk and fellow film enthusiasts.

— Rotem Rozental, Fortune, 14 July 2026