Synonyms of minion

minion

noun

ˈmin-yən 

as in favorite

a person or thing that is preferred over others

most of the top appointments went to the new governor's personal minions and political cronies

Synonyms & Similar Words

• favorite
• darling
• pet
• cup of tea
• speed
• preference
• fave
• beloved
• dear
• treasure
• sweetheart
• prize
• jewel

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• abomination
• anathema
• bugbear
• bête noire

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of minion

Just as Wolverine is surrounded, he’s saved by Mystique, who’s shape-shifted herself into one of Trask’s minions. — Jordan Moreau, Variety, 13 Aug. 2026

One of Danhausen’s minions took out Mysterio with a flipping dive on the outside. — Blake Oestriecher, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026

Daniel isn’t this devil’s only minion; Armand’s got an Illumination movie’s worth of cronies doing his bidding. — Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 20 July 2026

In my view, we are no longer respected by our foreign allies, the poor are getting poorer, and his wealthy minions are getting richer at our expense. — Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 July 2026

Podcast

Get Word of the Day delivered to your inbox!