following
n. countablen. a group of people who support, admire, or follow the work of a specific person or organization. You often use this to describe the fans of a musician, writer, or social media star.
n. a body of supporters, admirers, or adherents of a particular person, group, or idea. Often used in the context of celebrity culture, politics, or social media to quantify influence.
The young singer has a large following on social media.
After years of playing small clubs, the band finally built a loyal following that sells out every show.
The philosopher's radical ideas gained a significant following among university students, eventually sparking a broader movement for social reform across the country.
By surface analysis, follow + -ing.
Usually takes a singular verb, though it refers to a group of people. Often modified by adjectives like 'loyal', 'huge', or 'cult'.