Follower and Rival

Follower

Follower noun - One who follows the opinions or teachings of another.

Rival is an antonym for follower in attendant topic.

Nearby Words: follow, following, followed

Rival

Rival noun - One that is equal to another in status, achievement, or value.

Follower is an antonym for rival.

Nearby Words: rivalry, rivaled, rivaling, rivalled

How words are described

good good follower good rival
female female follower female rival
specific specific follower specific rival
true true follower true rival
Other adjectives: prominent, strong, male, big, potential, main, worthy, new, major, former, last, closest, strongest.

Both words in one sentence

  • Darth Vader Clone Seifer is an over-ambitious and cocky ace, while his rival Squall is a silent, strict follower of duty.
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