following
Translation
next, subsequent, after, supporters
Examples
Please read the following chapter.
Please read the following chapter.
Following the movie, we got ice cream.
Following the movie, we got ice cream.
The band has a loyal following.
The band has a loyal following.
Grammar Patterns
((the)) following ((noun)) - the next (noun) The following day was rainy.
following ((sth.)) - after (sth.) He felt tired following the long meeting.
((a/an)) ((adjective)) following - a group of supporters The author has a large following.
Similar Words
Synonyms: next, subsequent (adjective); after (preposition); supporters (noun)
Etymology
From the present participle of the verb 'to follow'.
Memory Tips
Think of the core idea of 'coming after' something. This applies to the next item in a sequence, an event in time, or a group of people who trail a leader.