Synonyms of followers

followers

noun

plural of follower

1

as in adherents

one who follows the opinions or teachings of another

the followers of Gandhi have spread his philosophy of nonviolence all over the world

Synonyms & Similar Words

• adherents
• disciples
• supporters
• partisans
• apostles
• devotees
• acolytes
• missionaries
• pupils
• votaries
• admirers
• students
• epigones
• soldiers
• scholars
• converts
• fans
• advocates
• loyalists
• liege men
• votarists
• protégés
• proselytizers
• minions
• worshippers
• faithfuls
• enthusiasts
• cultists
• sectarians
• sycophants
• zealots
• champions
• ideologists
• henchmen
• backers
• idolaters
• lackeys
• myrmidons
• camp followers
• ideologues
• satellites
• toadies
• apparatchiks
• hangers-on
• stooges
• flunkies
• yes-men
• lickspittles

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• leaders
• traitors
• defectors
• renegades
• apostates
• turncoats
• coryphaei

2

as in imitators

a person who adopts the appearance or behavior of another especially in an obvious way

Brando's Method acting inspired a whole generation of mumbling followers

Synonyms & Similar Words

• imitators
• echoes
• parrots
• rubber stamps
• wannabes
• copycats
• copyists
• apers
• impressionists
• apes
• mimics
• impersonators
• emulators

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of followers

Shortly after Muniz’s post, Price posted an Instagram story with a message that some followers speculated may be a response to the actor’s admission. — Emily St. Martin, Los Angeles Times, 19 Sep. 2026

The nonprofit has also gained more than 8,000 followers since Macklemore tagged its account in his post. — James Pollard, Fortune, 19 Sep. 2026

His upcoming show next week promises to be another cheeky affair, at least judging by the teaser Martens shared with his 367,000 followers on Instagram on Thursday that showed a woman’s butt and men’s abs behind a steamy glass panel. — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2026

Spagis said some followers have told the rescue that its videos inspired them to begin TNR work in their own communities. — Meg Dunn, CNN Money, 18 Sep. 2026

Seth Wenig The museum's chief curator, Elisabeth Sherman, said the model is a rare piece that appeals to both social media followers and traditional museum goers. — CBS News, 18 Sep. 2026

The Steyer campaign paid a mix of big-name influencers — like Carlos Eduardo Espina, who boosted the candidate to his 14 million followers and advised Steyer on Latino issues — and little-known, everyday social media users to boost the campaign. — Ben Paviour, Sacbee.com, 17 Sep. 2026

Reuniting White with longtime partners Fiume Capital and Craig Piligian, Thrill Sports’ portfolio has generated over 80 million followers across social platforms, along with 20+ billion annual impressions and 50+ billion lifetime video views. — Matt Grobar, Deadline, 17 Sep. 2026

Over the course of about three days, Manson's followers tortured Hinman. — Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 5 Sep. 2026