Definitions

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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Kellen has been described as an "assistant" to Epstein and was named as a possible "co-conspirator" when he made a plea deal before being jailed.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

His co-conspirator Mark Chavez was sentenced to house arrest.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

The co-conspirator obtained an export permit from the U.S.

From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026

Another alleged co-conspirator, former Venezuelan spy chief Hugo Carvajal, is in talks with prosecutors about being a cooperating witness against Maduro, according to a person familiar with the matter.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 25, 2026

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

From "Song of Solomon" by Toni Morrison

co-conspirator

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