disciple

/dɪˈsaɪpəl/
noun
  1. A person who follows and learns from a teacher, leader, or philosophy, especially in religion.
    • The disciples listened carefully to their master's teachings.
    • She became a devoted disciple of the yoga guru.
    • In the Bible, Jesus had twelve close disciples.
  2. A follower or supporter of a particular person, idea, or movement.
    • Many young activists are disciples of the environmental movement.
    • He is a disciple of modern architecture and promotes its principles.
    • The artist's disciples continue to paint in his style.