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yes-men

The word “yes-men” has 2 syllables: yes-men

It's pronounced as /ˈjɛsˌmɛn/

What is synonym and antonym for yes-men?

In the thesaurus, “yes-men” has 4 synonyms and 6 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for yes-men along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for yes-men

  • adherents
  • minions
  • soldiers
  • sycophants

Antonyms for yes-men

  • apostates
  • defectors
  • leaders
  • renegades
  • traitors
  • turncoats

Meanings of yes-men

  • noun
    1. A person who always agrees with their employer or superior.

Example Sentences

  • The leader surrounded himself with yes-men, stifling any dissenting voices within the group.
  • A team of yes-men may initially seem agreeable, but it often lacks the critical thinking necessary for success.
  • She refused to hire yes-men for her company, preferring employees who would challenge the status quo.
  • The dictator relied on a cadre of loyal yes-men to maintain his grip on power.
  • In a healthy organization, leaders value constructive criticism and diversity of opinion over a culture of yes-men.

On this page you'll find 10 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to yes-men, such as: adherents, apostates, defectors, leaders, minions, renegades, soldiers.

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