Synonyms of inferiors

inferiors

noun

plural of inferior

as in subordinates

one who is of lower rank and typically under the authority of another

she is nice to her inferiors as well as to her superiors

Synonyms & Similar Words

• subordinates
• underlings
• henchmen
• minions
• juniors
• followers
• assistants
• menials
• deputies
• domestics
• attendants
• sidekicks
• stewards
• retainers
• lackeys
• aides
• adjutants
• coadjutors
• flunkies
• seconds
• aids
• mates
• helpmates
• helpmeets
• second fiddles

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• superiors
• seniors
• leaders
• masters
• foremen
• chiefs
• bosses
• heads
• captains
• headmen
• taskmasters
• helmsmen
• kingpins

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of inferiors

That comes to the Philippines in the form of war, as well as through the invocation, or establishment, of American-style modes of government and education that place Filipinos along this racial hierarchy, identifying them as these inferiors that need to be taught how to govern themselves. — Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Mar. 2026