Synonyms for

Accomplice

Verb / ʌˈkɑ:mplʌs / Another word for accomplice — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A person who helps someone commit a crime or do something wrong.

Synonyms & similar words

confederate assistant co-conspirator collaborator accessory abetter assistant helper wingman ally confederate partner cooperator consort helper henchman partner sidekick supporter

Synonyms by register

Formal

confederate partner in crime accessory

Informal

sidekick buddy pal henchman

Literary

fellow traveler co-conspirator

Antonyms

leader principal instigator mastermind chief commander protagonist

Common collocations

  • accused of being an accomplice
  • accomplice after the fact
  • accomplice before the fact
  • accomplice to the crime
  • arrested as an accomplice
  • convicted as an accomplice
  • serve as an accomplice

Word family

noun accomplice
verb accomplish
adjective accomplished
adverb accomplishedly

Usage note

An accomplice is someone who helps another person commit a crime. It is often used in a legal context and carries a negative connotation.

Example sentences

  1. The bank robbers accomplice was waiting outside in the getaway car.
  2. The teachers aide was accused of being an accomplice in the cheating scandal.
  3. The drug dealers accomplice was caught with a large amount of cash.
  4. The spys accomplice helped him steal the secret documents.
  5. The hackers accomplice provided him with the login information.

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