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

Example Sentences

"He leaves behind a legacy of sportsmanship, humility and joy - and a legion of admirers across generations," Yorkshire said.

From BBC

Garg's admirers saw him as someone who never thought twice before ruffling feathers.

From BBC

Michaloliakos himself has been an admirer of Nazism and gave the Hitler salute at party rallies.

From BBC

Winsett, 23, and her fiance were among the admirers who gathered to hear Barrett speak about her new memoir, “Listening to the Law.”

From Los Angeles Times

For an hour, Bardella inched through the crowd, taking selfies with his admirers.

From BBC

Related Words

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