Synonyms

admirer

American

[ad-mahyuhr-er] / ædˈmaɪər ər /

noun

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

Etymology

Origin of admirer

admire ( def. ) + -er ¹

Example Sentences

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Besides the handful of fans lucky enough to snag a guest invite, some admirers found their way to the sky through routes that required a bit more training.

From Los Angeles Times

What defines him instead are various quips, mordant jokes and accounts of bizarre behavior, many no doubt apocryphal, recorded by his admirers and detractors in the centuries after his death.

From The Wall Street Journal

Yes, it turns out that one of the biggest movie stars on the planet is an admirer of the 64-year-old former Britain's Got Talent star, who went on to have two US number one albums.

From BBC

The changes in “Whole Bloody Affair” aren’t so dramatic that casual admirers will notice.

From Los Angeles Times

Although Miranda has admirers on the street, there are also detractors who believe his content can be harmful to the homeless community.

From Los Angeles Times

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