Synonyms for

Partner

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

Definition

a person who takes part in an undertaking with another or others, especially in a business or company with shared risks and profits.

Synonyms & similar words

marriedperson betterhalf spouse collaborator pardner mate cooperator associate colleague companion co-worker ally collaborator mate teammate helper accomplice confederate friend assistant participant co-partner co-owner co-investor co-venturer cooperator co-agent

Synonyms by register

Formal

associate colleague confederate accomplice

Informal

buddy pal mate sidekick other half

Literary

comrade fellow traveler confidant

Antonyms

opponent rival competitor enemy adversary stranger

Common collocations

  • business partner
  • dance partner
  • life partner
  • key partner
  • strategic partner
  • work partner
  • joint partner

Word family

noun partner
verb partner
adjective partnered

Usage note

The word 'partner' can refer to a person with whom one shares a business, marriage, or other close association. It can also refer to a dance partner or a teammate in a game.

Example sentences

  1. John is my partner for the dance competition.
  2. My mom and dad are partners in their law firm.
  3. The two companies are partners in the new project.
  4. My sister and I are partners in our lemonade stand.
  5. The detectives were partners on the case.

Quotes

  • “A good partner is one who encourages you to be your best self.” - Bob Greene
  • “A partner is someone who makes you more than you are, simply by being by your side.” - Albert Kim
  • “A partner is someone who helps you grow beyond your limits.” - Amy Jirsa

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