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crony
This term carries a strong pejorative weight, suggesting a relationship defined by corruption, nepotism, or a lack of professional integrity. While a friend is someone liked for their personality, a crony is viewed as someone who benefits from an unfair advantage provided by a powerful associate.
It is most frequently encountered in political or corporate contexts to describe "cronyism," where loyalty is rewarded over competence. The word evokes an image of a closed circle of insiders who protect one another's interests at the expense of the public or the organization.
Meanings
Examples
The mayor appointed his old cronies to the city council.
I cannot believe he hired a crony who has no experience.
The governor was surrounded by a small circle of loyal cronies.
Stop protecting your cronies and start doing your job.
They are nothing more than a bunch of political cronies.
Who is this crony you brought along to the meeting?
The regime collapsed after the leader lost the support of his cronies.
Another crony getting a government contract. Typical.
Another crony getting a government contract. Typical.