Fan
Fan noun - A person with a strong and habitual liking for something.
Usage example: lifelong fans of country and western music
Zealot is a synonym for fan in devotee topic. In some cases you can use "Zealot" instead a noun "Fan", when it comes to topics like supporter, concern, person enthusiastic about an interest.
Nearby Word: fanatic
Zealot
Zealot noun - One who is intensely or excessively devoted to a cause.
Usage example: zealots on both sides of the issue resorted to name-calling and scare tactics
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- If you don't like it and explain why, you're likely be harassed for not being a 'true fan', but if you do like it, you're dismissed as a drooling, zealot fanboy/girl.
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