1. people who support or follow a particular person, idea, or set of beliefs
Usage: plural form of adherent

Examples

• The political candidate attracted many adherents during the campaign.
• Adherents of the new diet plan claim it helps with weight loss.
• The religious movement has adherents all over the world.
• Many adherents of the philosophy gathered for the conference.
• The theory’s adherents defended it against criticism.
• Adherents of traditional medicine often reject modern treatments.