Synonyms for

Partners

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

Definition

Partners are people or groups who work together towards a common goal or purpose.

Synonyms & similar words

partner pardner cooperator marriedperson betterhalf collaborator mate spouse colleagues associates teammates companions co-workers collaborators allies helpers friends mates chums cronies pals buddies confederates co-partners cohorts consorts partners-in-crime

Synonyms by register

Formal

associates collaborators colleagues confederates

Informal

buddies mates pals chums

Literary

comrades fellows consorts

Antonyms

rivals opponents competitors adversaries enemies strangers

Common collocations

  • business partners
  • life partners
  • partners in crime
  • partners with
  • our partners
  • key partners
  • strategic partners
  • joint partners

Word family

noun partner
verb partner
adjective partnered

Usage note

Can refer to a business associate, a romantic relationship, or a collaborator in an activity. The context usually clarifies the specific meaning.

Example sentences

  1. My parents are business partners.
  2. The two companies decided to become partners and work together.
  3. We are partners in this dance routine.
  4. The police officers are partners on patrol.
  5. I want to partner with my best friend for the project.

Quotes

  • Coming together is a beginning; keeping together is progress; working together is success. - Henry Ford
  • Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much. - Helen Keller
  • Great things in business are never done by one person. They're done by a team of people. - Steve Jobs

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