lovers

noun

plural of lover
as in fans
a person with a strong and habitual liking for something an enthusiastic lover of all kinds of team sports

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Recent Examples of lovers Milwaukee Public Library research and policy coordinator Joey McMahon added the library has been a staple for Milwaukee artists and music lovers for a long time. — Caden Perry, jsonline.com, 4 Sep. 2026 Nature lovers enjoy strolling along the community’s scenic walking paths, maintained by the Trail Friends Group. — Erickson Senior Living, Charlotte Observer, 4 Sep. 2026 Each fall, foodies and oatmeal lovers gather in Scotland for the Golden Spurtle World Porridge Making Championship. — Greg Dixon, NPR, 4 Sep. 2026 Cake swaps have gone viral over the past several years on social media, with cake lovers around the world gathering at large picnic to share slices. — Tania Azhang, Sacbee.com, 3 Sep. 2026 The two became friends, lovers, and neighbors on East 19th Street. — Jerry Saltz, Vulture, 2 Sep. 2026 Frances and Nick become lovers, and Melissa and Bobbi grow close as well. — Literary Hub, 2 Sep. 2026 That collision of major celebrity, fast cars and delicious food makes Emilia-Romagna the ideal post-Venice pitstop for auto-film lovers. — Melinda Sheckells, HollywoodReporter, 2 Sep. 2026 Combining three of the season's biggest trends -- slouching, croc embossing and suede -- this boot is sure to grace the feet of the most stylish shoe lovers in the know. — ABC News, 2 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lovers
  1. fans
  2. enthusiasts
  3. suckers
  4. fanatics
Noun
  • She is recognized nationally by athletes and celebrities and her fans, borne from Murray’s influence on social media that counts more than 900,000 TikTok followers and 395,000 on Instagram.
    — Mitch Sherman, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026
  • But the truth is, reality-TV fans love nothing more than indoctrinating new converts.
    — Ali Barthwell, Vulture, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of fans
Noun
  • Tailored for runners and fitness enthusiasts, the Garmin Forerunner 55 simplifies tracking your workouts without unnecessary complexity.
    — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Volkswagen's foray in the family SUV space feels true to the German automakers' roots as a company that appeals to driving enthusiasts.
    — Charles Singh, USA Today, 7 Sep. 2026
Definition of enthusiasts
Noun
  • Some kinds of trees, such as honey locusts, hackberries, lindens and maples, are naturally more inclined to produce suckers.
    — Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 16 Aug. 2026
  • The ornamental characteristics of suckers that develop from roots are inferior to the upper portion of the tree.
    — Molly Burford, Southern Living, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of suckers
Noun
  • That’s good news for autumnal fanatics, as this foliage-rich route—lined with maples, oaks, birches, and more—becomes postcard-perfect each October.
    — Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Adolf Hitler's army has been shattered, but thousands of Nazi fanatics are prepared to engage in an epic last stand.
    — Danielle Parker, CBS News, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of fanatics

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