entourage

/ˌɑntwɑrˈɑdʒ/; /ɑnˈtwɑːrdʒ/; /ɑnˈtwɑrɑʒ/

Definitions

1. noun

A group of people who accompany and support a person, especially a famous or important one, often including friends, family, and advisors.

“The actress arrived at the awards ceremony with a large entourage of agents and publicists.”

2. noun

A group of people who accompany and support a person of authority, especially a military commander or a monarch.

“The king’s entourage followed him as he rode into the city on horseback.”

3. verb

To accompany and support a person, especially a famous or important one.

“The politician’s team was known for entouraging her at every public appearance.”

Synonyms

  • court
  • retinue
  • suite

Antonyms

  • isolation
  • loneliness