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Stooges

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

Definition

The definition of stooges is: a group of people who are used as pawns or play foolish or bumbling roles in a situation.

Synonyms & similar words

goat laughingstock butt stooge flunkey yesman flunky lackeys minions pawns underlings servants assistants sidekicks fools buffoons clowns jokers dunces idiots nincompoops simpletons imbeciles dummies dunderheads numskulls ninnyhammers

Example sentences

  1. The stooges always got into hilarious situations in their comedy sketches.
  2. The boss treated his employees like stooges, making them do all the work while taking credit for their achievements.
  3. He acted like one of the stooges, always doing silly things to make people laugh.
  4. The evil villain used his stooges to carry out his wicked plans.
  5. She felt like one of the stooges, constantly being taken advantage of by her friends.

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