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unfollow Synonyms
Another word for unfollow
Choosing another word for unfollow depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• verb (Context 1)
To stop subscribing to or tracking the posts and updates of a person, organization, or topic on social media.
Usage Example
"She decided to unsubscribe several accounts that cluttered her daily feed with advertisements."
Strong
unsubscribe
unfriend
defriend
Weak
mute
block
• noun (Context 2)
An instance of unsubscribing from or ceasing to follow a user, page, or feed on a social media platform.
Usage Example
"The controversial post resulted in a sudden wave of unfollows for the celebrity's account."
Strong
unsubscription
Opposites of unfollow
The opposite of unfollow shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
follow
subscribe
subscription
friend
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Unfollow. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 4, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/unfollow