following

[fol-oh-ing] / ˈfɒl oʊ ɪŋ /

ADJECTIVE

happening, being next or after

Synonyms

STRONGEST

coming consecutive ensuing subsequent succeeding successive

STRONG

attendant back hinder latter posterior pursuing rear resulting serial specified then trailing

WEAK

a while later after a while afterward coming after coming next consequent consequential directly after henceforth in pursuit in search of in the wake of later later on next next off on the scent presently proximate sequent sequential seriate supervenient when

Antonyms

STRONG

front preceding

WEAK

first leading

NOUN

persons of an interest or belief

Synonyms

STRONGEST

audience

STRONG

adherents circle clientage clientele cortege coterie dependents entourage fans group groupies hangers-on patronage patrons public retinue rout suite support supporters train

Antonyms

STRONG

opposition

WEAK

disbelievers

Example Sentences

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The researchers plan to continue this work by following patients over time, from the early stages after a stroke through long-term recovery.

From Science Daily

A couple who were tricked into paying £2,500 for fake flights have had their money reimbursed by their bank following an appeal to the financial watchdog.

From BBC

Two months on, he says those relationships are growing stronger and the results on the pitch are following.

From BBC

An MP says she is suspending face-to-face meetings with constituents following three security incidents in the last three weeks.

From BBC

The Red Bull driver, 28, said he was "not enjoying the whole formula" following changes to the engine rules this season.

From BBC

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