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co-conspirator

[koh-kuhn-spir-uh-ter] / ˌkoʊ kənˈspɪr ə tər /
NOUN
abettor
Synonyms
STRONG
accessory accomplice confederate cooperator helper second supporter
WEAK
partner in crime
Antonyms
STRONG
adversary opponent
NOUN
accessory
Synonyms
STRONG
abettor accomplice aid aide assistant associate colleague confederate conspirator helper insider partner plant ringer shill stall subordinate
Antonyms
STRONG
antagonist boss enemy foe leader opponent superior
WEAK
principal
NOUN
accomplice
Synonyms
STRONGEST
aide associate 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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"Who's next? We will not stop until every co-conspirator, every enabler, and every powerful figure who hid behind wealth and connections is held fully accountable. No one is above the law."

From BBC • Feb. 19, 2026

“The Assistant U.S. Attorney told Mr. Wexner’s legal counsel in 2019 that Mr. Wexner was neither a co-conspirator nor target in any respect,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 18, 2026

He was described as a potential co-conspirator of Epstein's in a 2019 FBI document, but no charges were ever brought against him.

From BBC • Feb. 18, 2026

Legal representatives for Wexner told the BBC that he was “neither a co-conspirator nor a target” during the investigation.

From Salon • Dec. 24, 2025

With Guitar as his co-conspirator, Milkman could look forward to both fun and fear.

From "Song of Solomon" by Toni Morrison