yes-man
The word “yes-man” has 2 syllables: yes-man.
It's pronounced as /ˈjɛsˌmæn/.
What is synonym and antonym for yes-man?
In the thesaurus, “yes-man” has 5 synonyms and 6 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for yes-man along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for yes-man
- adherent
- flunkey
- minion
- soldier
- sycophant
Antonyms for yes-man
- apostate
- defector
- leader
- renegade
- traitor
- turncoat
Meanings of yes-man
- noun
- A person who always agrees with their employer or superior.
Example Sentences
- He's not an independent thinker, he's just a yes-man who agrees with whatever the boss says.
- The company needs someone who can offer constructive criticism, not just another yes-man.
- Being a yes-man might earn you favor in the short term, but it won't lead to long-term success.
- Despite pressure to conform, she refused to be just another yes-man and voiced her concerns openly.
- His reputation as a yes-man made it difficult for others to take his opinions seriously.
On this page you'll find 11 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to yes-man, such as: adherent, apostate, defector, flunkey, leader, minion, renegade.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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