Disciple (8)
'disciple' is the definition.
(the apostles were disciples of Jesus)
This is all the clue.
(Other definitions for apostle that I've seen before include "Early Christian missionary" , "Vigorous supporter" , "Originally, one sent to preach the gospel" , "Burgess originally" , "Chosen disciple" .)
(Other definitions for acolyte that I've seen before include "trainee" , "Priest's assistant at a liturgical service" , "Assistant to a priest" , "Adherent or priest's assistant" , "Supporter" .)
'disciple' is the definition.
(I've seen this before)
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(Other definitions for follower that I've seen before include "One accepts the leadership of another" , "A loyal adherent - or a pursuer" , "fan" , "Person who succeeds" , "Supporter" .)
'disciple' is the definition.
(synonyms)
This is all the clue.
(Other definitions for adherent that I've seen before include "Disciple, follower" , "supporter of party" , "Freak" , "Loyal follower, one who sticks" , "One supports" .)