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Patsy

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

Definition

a person who is easily taken advantage of, especially by being blamed or made to take the punishment for something

Synonyms & similar words

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Example sentences

  1. He felt like a patsy when he was blamed for breaking the vase.
  2. The criminal used his friend as a patsy and got away with the crime.
  3. She was used as a patsy by her coworkers who didn't want to take the blame.
  4. The politician tried to make the journalist a patsy for his mistakes.
  5. The coach made the rookie player a patsy for the team's loss.

Quotes

  • I was just a patsy. I was set up. I was used. I was manipulated.
  • I'm not a patsy. I'm a fighter.
  • I was a patsy. I was a scapegoat.

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