Adeptes (en. Followers)
/adɛpt/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
People who are deeply engaged in a practice or movement.
The followers of meditation gather every week.
Les adeptes de la méditation se réunissent chaque semaine.
Supporters of an ideology or religion.
The followers of this philosophy believe in universal harmony.
Les adeptes de cette philosophie croient en l'harmonie universelle.
Members of a group who follow specific teachings.
The advocates of the ecological movement organize protests.
Les adeptes du mouvement écologiste organisent des manifestations.
Etymology
The word is derived from the Latin 'adeptus', meaning 'achieved', 'acquired', and is used to refer to those who have attained a particular understanding or commitment.
Common Phrases and Expressions
cult followers
People who dedicate their lives to a religious or spiritual practice.
adeptes au culte
followers of a theory
Those who believe in and support a particular theory.
adeptes d'une théorie
online supporters
Members of a digital community sharing common interests.
adeptes en ligne
Related Words
adept
A person who excels in a particular skill or area.
adept
membership
The action of joining or supporting an idea or group.
adhésion
Slang Meanings
Trend followers.
This brand has many followers among young people.
Cette marque a beaucoup d'adeptes parmi les jeunes.
Devoted fans.
The artist's fans never miss his concerts.
Les adeptes de l'artiste ne manquent jamais ses concerts.
Groupies in a musical context.
The band's followers track their tours across the country.
Les adeptes du groupe suivent leurs tournées à travers le pays.