idolaster

ɪˈdɒlɪsteɪtər

Definitions

1. noun

a person who worships or idolizes an object of fascination or admiration, such as a celebrity or an athlete.

“The die-hard fan was an idolaster for the famous rock band.”

2. noun

a person who has an excessive or unhealthy admiration for something.

“The psychologist studied the idolaster who spent all his money on collectible figurines.”

Synonyms

  • admirer
  • idolizer

Antonyms

  • critic
  • detractor