following

[fol-oh-ing] / ˈfɒl oʊ ɪŋ /

ADJECTIVE

happening, being next or after

Synonyms

STRONGEST

coming consecutive ensuing subsequent succeeding successive

STRONG

attendant back hinder latter posterior pursuing rear resulting serial specified then trailing

WEAK

a while later after a while afterward coming after coming next consequent consequential directly after henceforth in pursuit in search of in the wake of later later on next next off on the scent presently proximate sequent sequential seriate supervenient when

Antonyms

STRONG

front preceding

WEAK

first leading

NOUN

persons of an interest or belief

Synonyms

STRONGEST

audience

STRONG

adherents circle clientage clientele cortege coterie dependents entourage fans group groupies hangers-on patronage patrons public retinue rout suite support supporters train

Antonyms

STRONG

opposition

WEAK

disbelievers

Example Sentences

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The original series ran for only three seasons, but from its subsequent syndication and relaunch, the series developed a huge following.

From The Wall Street Journal

After reaching historic highs in 2021 following the launch of Disney+, Disney stock now trades at about the same price it did a decade ago.

From The Wall Street Journal

The following contains spoilers from "The Golden Bachelor," including the finale.

From Salon

San Diego was arrested by the National Crime Agency following a raid near Llanrwst on a bungalow, he had bought from a local couple in 2023.

From BBC

Lefevres says, following scientific analysis of cosmetic talc products, the memo recommended minimising the use of tremolite until substantial evidence showed it had no adverse effects.

From BBC

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