accomplice
8 synonyms for accomplice, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person who helps someone else commit a crime.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use accomplice
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
an accomplice to
aided by an accomplice
Etymology
From Old French complice, "confederate," from Latin complicare, "to fold together." The initial "a" got stuck onto the word over time, likely by confusion with "accomplish."
Full origin of accomplice →Frequently asked questions
What does “accomplice” mean?
The word “accomplice” means a person who helps someone else commit a crime. In plain terms, someone who assists a criminal, whether as the main actor or just a helper.
How do you pronounce “accomplice”?
“Accomplice” is pronounced uh-KOM-plihs (/əˈkɑm.pləs/ in IPA).
How do you use “accomplice” in a sentence?
Here is “accomplice” used in a sentence: “Police believe he had an accomplice who drove the getaway car.”
What is another word for “accomplice”?
Words with a similar meaning to “accomplice” include abettor, accessory, assistant, associate, confederate and coadjutor.
What part of speech is “accomplice”?
“Accomplice” is a noun.
Where does the word “accomplice” come from?
The word “accomplice” comes from Latin. From Old French complice, "confederate," from Latin complicare, "to fold together." The initial "a" got stuck onto the word over time, likely by confusion with "accomplish.".
Is “accomplice” a common word?
“Accomplice” is an uncommon word in modern English.
