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

Bryant, who was identified by DNA testing, did not name his accomplices, media present in the courtroom reported Monday.

From Barron's • Apr. 27, 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

According to trial testimony and evidence, Halem and his alleged accomplices drove to Koreatown in a green Range Rover and an orange Lamborghini Urus owned by the former officer’s car rental business, DriveLA.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 2, 2026

Yes, the police, detectives, and officers had found a number of leads on Booth’s accomplices, but none led to Booth.

From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson