flunky

/ˈflʌŋki/

Definitions

1. noun

a person, especially a young person, who is considered to be of lower status or inferior ability, often used to express contempt or disdain.

“The politician was accused of surrounding himself with sycophants and flunkies who would do his bidding without question.”

Synonyms

  • lackey
  • sycophant
  • yes-man

Antonyms

  • expert
  • leader