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Synonyms & Antonyms of ally
(Entry 1 of 2)
someone associated with another to give assistance or moral support
- in trying to convince his parents to send him to soccer camp, the youngster had a strong ally in his coach
Synonyms for ally
- abettor
- (also abetter),
- backer,
- bedfellow,
- confederate,
- fellow traveler,
- supporter,
- sympathizer
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verbSynonyms & Antonyms of ally (Entry 2 of 2)
to form or enter into an association that furthers the interests of its members
- the area's small grape growers have allied and formed a cooperative that will help them get the best prices
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