Synonyms for

Follows

Verb / ˈfɑ:ləʊz / Another word for follows — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Follows means to come after something or someone in order or time.

Synonyms & similar words

accompany predate comply fallout succeed espouse adopt be survey watchover conformto observe comeafter precede keepabreast watch follow keepup travelalong playalong postdate abideby trace pursue stickwith pursues chases trails tracks tags succeeds obeys imitates copies emulates respects accepts acknowledges grasps comprehends understands

Synonyms by register

Formal

succeeds ensues results from

Informal

comes after happens next is next

Literary

trails pursues

Antonyms

leads precedes guides directs initiates originates

Common collocations

  • follows suit
  • follows up
  • follows the rules
  • follows instructions
  • follows a path
  • follows a trend
  • follows the leader

Word family

noun follower
verb follow
adjective following

Usage note

The word 'follows' can indicate sequence, obedience, or understanding. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. The dog follows its owner everywhere.
  2. The sun follows the moon in the sky.
  3. The order of the alphabet follows a specific pattern.
  4. The audience follows the instructions of the speaker.
  5. The detective follows the clues to solve the mystery.

Quotes

  • Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts. - Winston S. Churchill
  • The future belongs to those who prepare for it today. - Malcolm X
  • The only way to do great work is to love what you do. - Steve Jobs

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