influencer

[in-floo-uhn-ser] / ˈɪn flu ən sər /

NOUN

one who can affect or sway

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bellwether tastemaker

STRONG

authority doyen maven

WEAK

connoisseur consultant expert force guide mentor power specialist

Example Sentences

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“He was an early social influencer — par extraordinaire,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times

Many of the influencers, including the man who posted the video of Kim, gain income from the advice they offer to clients.

From BBC

The news, announced last month, comes as a relief to many U.S.-based influencers, many of whom operate in Southern California, who rely on the social media platform for their livelihood.

From Los Angeles Times

The social media influencer has taken to wearing the card on a chain around his neck in videos.

From Los Angeles Times

Maybe we’ll see her at the Emmys later this year for her tumultuous turn as a Gen Z influencer in “I Love LA.”

From Los Angeles Times