Synonyms for

Crony

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

Definition

a close friend or companion, especially one who is not sincere or trustworthy

Synonyms & similar words

buddy chum brother sidekick pal friend companion associate partner ally colleague accomplice confidant mate pal chum buddy sidekick homie amigo bro cronyism familiar henchman stooge

Example sentences

  1. John and his crony always hang out together.
  2. He's just a crony of the boss.
  3. The politician was accused of using cronies to get his way.
  4. She was tired of dealing with her husband's cronies.
  5. The CEO's cronies always got the best jobs.

Quotes

  • The president was surrounded by his cronies and advisors.
  • I don't trust his crony, he's always up to something.
  • The crony system needs to be abolished.

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