admirer

[ad-mahyuhr-er]

noun

1. a person who regards someone or something with wonder, pleasure, or approval.

   His admirers say he has all the qualities of a good presenter—he's unflappable, charming, and witty.

   A popular plot in classic films is the story of a famous actress or dancer who receives a dozen roses after her performance with a card signed, “A secret admirer.”

Other Word Forms

• preadmirer noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of admirer¹

admire ( def. ) + -er ¹

Related Words

• adherent 
• believer 
• booster 
• buff 
• devotee 
• disciple 
• enthusiast 
• fan 
• follower 
• partisan 
• patron 
• supporter