as in fan
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of groupie
The Penny Lane style coat is known as such for the fictional rock groupie Penny Lane, played by Kate Hudson in the 2000 cult classic film Almost Famous.
—
Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2025
Based on a real-life groupie, Penny is obsessed with following around bands on tour—and her wardrobe is equally as rockstar-worthy.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 26 Jan. 2025
This is the groupie-in-chief who couldn’t wait to get selfies in the Oval Office with supporters like Mike Love and Kanye West.
—Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 19 Oct. 2024
The actress played Edward Norton's skinhead girlfriend in American History X (1998), Adam Sandler's love interest in The Waterboy (1998), and a groupie alongside Kate Hudson in the Oscar-winning film Almost Famous (2000).
—Danny Horn, EW.com, 9 Oct. 2024
See All Example Sentences for groupie
Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2025
Based on a real-life groupie, Penny is obsessed with following around bands on tour—and her wardrobe is equally as rockstar-worthy.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 26 Jan. 2025
This is the groupie-in-chief who couldn’t wait to get selfies in the Oval Office with supporters like Mike Love and Kanye West.
—Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 19 Oct. 2024
The actress played Edward Norton's skinhead girlfriend in American History X (1998), Adam Sandler's love interest in The Waterboy (1998), and a groupie alongside Kate Hudson in the Oscar-winning film Almost Famous (2000).
—Danny Horn, EW.com, 9 Oct. 2024
See All Example Sentences for groupie
Recent Examples of Synonyms for groupie
Noun
-
There was a significant interaction between gender and audience type, suggesting that, say, female romance fans might respond differently than male friendship fans.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
-
The world of Dropout feels a little like being a Harry Potter fan before J. K. Rowling got Twitter.—
Jesse David Fox,
Vulture,
2 June 2025
Noun
-
The online marketplace is full of fellow antique lovers selling finds that date all the way back to the 1940s.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
7 June 2025
-
Hard and Semi-Soft Cheeses Good news for cheese lovers everywhere!—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
7 June 2025
Noun
-
Best trip for adrenaline junkies?—
Rachel Chang,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Apr. 2025
-
Like Switzerland’s Saint Moritz or Zermatt, Mammoth draws outdoor enthusiasts and adrenaline junkies like mountain climbers, hikers, and fishermen all year long.—
Chelsee Lowe,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
Basic amenities, like operable equipment and clean locker rooms, seem increasingly hard to come by, and crowds at peak times — often just before or after 9-to-5 working hours — can deter even the most motivated of fitness fanatics.—
Josh Ocampo,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
-
For the record, Raja refuses to buy the stale debate, sometimes raised by pizza fanatics, that South Florida water can’t flavor the crust like New York water can.—
Phillip Valys,
Sun Sentinel,
17 May 2025
Noun
-
There’s a fear among Proposition 36 supporters that if treatment isn’t offered to qualifying addicts, courts won’t allow jail sentencing.—
George Skelton,
Mercury News,
3 June 2025
-
Though police believe Ethan needs to be with Nicky in this moment, Chloe views her sister as an addict who is only aggravating the situation.—
Olivia B. Waxman,
Time,
29 May 2025
Noun
-
Quilting enthusiasts gather The nonprofit El Camino Quilters Guild meets at 9:30 a.m. June 10 at El Corazon Senior Center, 3302 Senior Center Drive.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 June 2025
-
Night sky enthusiasts hoping to explore the planets of our solar system for themselves should check out our guides to the best binocular and telescope deals.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
6 June 2025
Noun
-
The fact that death itself is the protagonist, rather than some mask-wearing homicidal maniac, is what gives these films their morbid allure.—
Frank Scheck,
HollywoodReporter,
13 May 2025
-
And a perilous Purge situation flooding the streets with maniacs?—
Matt Webb Mitovich,
TVLine,
1 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
Though a certain type of mixology devotee may avoid uttering the cocktail names out loud, like Mary Berry’s Soggy Bottom, drinks here are the result of intense thought and care.—
Joseph Hernandez,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
30 May 2025
-
Miami Art Deco devotees flock to Miami, where lucky homeowners can nab a property in the city’s celebrated style—or a modern spin on it.—
Amelia Mularz,
Architectural Digest,
28 May 2025
Cite this Entry
“Groupie.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/groupie. Accessed 14 Jun. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share