pengagum
Pengagum is a noun used in Malay and Indonesian to describe a person who admires someone or something, an admirer or devotee. The term is formed with the agentive prefix peng- and relates to admiration, often conveying a sense of respectful or affectionate regard for a public figure, artist, author, or idea.
Usage and nuance: Pengagum can refer to a broad range of admiration, from casual appreciation to a
Distinctions and examples: While penggemar emphasizes active following and enthusiasm, pengagum emphasizes the act of admiring
See also: penggemar (fan), admirer, devotee. Pengagum thus serves as a neutral descriptor for someone who holds