What is another word for fan?

Common synonyms for fan include sportsfan, buff, winnow, devotee, rooter.

What is the opposite of fan?

Antonyms of fan include detractor, critic, opponent, hater, disliker.

Synonyms for

Verb / fæn / Another word for fan — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A device for creating a current of air by movement of a surface or surfaces.

sportsfan buff winnow devotee rooter lover blower ventilator cooler circulator exhauster propeller rotor impeller

Formal

admirer supporter advocate enthusiast

Informal

lover buff geek nut aficionado

Literary

devotee votary apostle

detractor critic opponent hater disliker enemy

noun fan

verb fan

adjective fannish

Usage note

The word 'fan' can refer to both a person who admires something and a device for creating airflow. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.

The best way to get the crowd to applaud is to start applauding yourself - it tends to make them fan the air themselves.
The fan is the friendliest gadget in the house. It can be operated using the toes, it cools the body, and it drowns out unwanted noise.
Blessed is the fan that cools the soup.

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