accomplices

NOUN

helper, especially in committing a crime

Synonyms

STRONGEST

aide associate co-conspirator collaborator conspirator

STRONG

abettor accessory aid ally assistant colleague confederate insider partner plant stall

Antonyms

STRONG

antagonist enemy

WEAK

adversary opponent

Example Sentences

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Massie has been one of the loudest House voices prodding the Trump administration to release more information on the sex offender and his accomplices.

From Slate • May 19, 2026

Many are believed to be eager to become “snitches” against former accomplices, including crooked politicians and cops.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2026

By early 2026, large majorities of Americans believed the government was withholding key information about Epstein and his alleged accomplices, and dissatisfaction with the pace and transparency of disclosures was overwhelming.

From Salon • Apr. 13, 2026

The Secretariat of the Commission for Combating Cybercrime said Cambodian courts handled 37 major cases between 2025 and mid-January 2026, resulting in the conviction of 172 ringleaders and accomplices.

From BBC • Jan. 20, 2026

It is some years since I have been alone, nameless, friendless, without any of the safety one gets from family, friends, and accomplices.

From "Travels with Charley in Search of America" by John Steinbeck