Synonyms of conspirator

conspirator

noun

as in traitor

a person who is involved in a secret plan to do something harmful or illegal; a person who is involved in a conspiracy

The conspirators were caught in a web of lies that eventually led to their undoing.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• traitor
• betrayer
• coconspirator
• intriguer
• schemer
• cohort
• plotter
• snake
• collaborator
• turncoat
• Judas
• serpent
• quisling
• accessary
• double-dealer
• apostate
• backstabber
• abettor
• double-crosser
• accessory
• recreant
• abetter
• subverter
• collaborationist
• confederate
• sellout
• subversive
• accommodationist

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of conspirator

Authorities also alleged that five Adani executives and unnamed conspirators involved in the scheme pledged to destroy or hide documents or provide false information to the U.S. government in connection with the investigation. —Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 21 Nov. 2024

Austin’s alleged conspirators have been behind bars for more than five years, but until recently Austin’s identity and whereabouts had been unknown. —Richard Winton, Los Angeles Times, 31 Oct. 2024

The foiling of the plot is now celebrated with fireworks, bonfires, and the burning of effigies of Guy Fawkes—all to symbolize the capture and punishment of the conspirators. —Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024

Beginning in December 2020, Rhodes and other conspirators plotted to stop Congress from certifying the results of the presidential election, the prosecutors alleged. —Will Carless, USA TODAY, 28 Oct. 2024