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Word

afd

Definition

n. a person who is very interested in a specific hobby or activity. It is a short way of saying 'aficionado'.

n. a person who has a strong interest or expertise in a particular subject or activity. A clipped form of 'aficionado'.

Examples

“He is a real afd for vintage cars.”

“The local library became a hub for every jazz afd in the city, hosting weekly listening sessions.”

“While the general public might find the technical details overwhelming, any serious afd of the genre recognizes the subtle shifts in the composer's style over the decades.”

Examples

simple

“He is a real afd for vintage cars.”

contextual

“The local library became a hub for every jazz afd in the city, hosting weekly listening sessions.”

complex

“While the general public might find the technical details overwhelming, any serious afd of the genre recognizes the subtle shifts in the composer's style over the decades.”

Real-World Examples

“A heated election campaign in eastern German states culminates in a vote this Sunday in which the anti-immigrant, populist AfD is expected to do well.”
The Guardian · 31 Aug 2026
“The far-right Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) has led most German national polls since April last year.”
The Guardian · 19 Aug 2026

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Level
C2 · Proficiency
Frequency
Occasional
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