Synonyms for Follow
Definition of follow
verb
- to travel behind, go after, come after; "The ducklings followed their mother around the pond"; "Please follow the guide through the museum"
- be later in time; "Tuesday always follows Monday"
- come as a logical consequence; follow logically; "It follows that your assertion is false"; "the theorem falls out nicely"
14 synonyms found
Writing tips for "follow"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like accompany, adopt, be can replace "follow" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 14 alternatives available, "follow" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Follow" in song lyrics
See how follow is used in real songs:
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"The street model, that's my motto, you follow"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Molly-Q — Freestyle -
"Spot to drop her bass and I'll follow"
3rd Bass — Monte Hall -
"So go on my path, and try to follow"
3rd Bass — Derelicts of Dialect