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Meaning of accomplice
A person who helps or assists another person to commit a crime or wrongdoing.
Etymology of accomplice
The word "accomplice" originates from the Old French word "acomplice," which is derived from the Latin words "ad" (meaning "to" or "with") and "socius" (meaning "partner" or "associate").
The term has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe a person who assists or participates in a crime or wrongdoing.
Synonyms
partner
associate
accomplice
accessory
co-conspirator
collaborator
confederate
ally
assistant
helper
accessory
abettor
coadjutor
participant
contributor
helper
aide
assistant
cooperator
associate
partner in crime
sidekick
henchman
cohort
crony
minion
helper
collaborator
ally
conspirator
accessory
partner
associate
co-conspirator
coadjutor
abettor
Definitions
- A person who helps or assists another person to commit a crime or wrongdoing.
- * A person who is involved with others in an illegal activity or wrongdoing.
Usage Examples
- The police arrested the accomplice who had helped the thief escape from the scene of the crime.
- * The accomplice of the murderer was sentenced to life in prison for their role in the crime.
- * The company's CEO was found to be an accomplice in the embezzlement scheme and was fired immediately.