Synonyms of moocher

moocher

noun

ˈmü-chər 

as in parasite

a person who is supported by or seeks support from another without making an adequate return

unfortunately, too many people at the community potluck were moochers who didn't bring any food of their own

Synonyms & Similar Words

• parasite
• sponge
• leech
• sponger
• freeloader
• dependent
• henchman
• free rider
• hanger-on
• bloodsucker
• miser
• deadbeat
• idler
• sycophant
• lackey
• satellite
• toady
• cheapskate
• skinflint
• piker
• tightwad
• stooge
• flunky
• yes-man
• scrooge

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• supporter
• benefactor
• philanthropist

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of moocher

Netflix says the move, though distressing to moochers like me, is not meant to deter people from sharing accounts. — Boone Ashworth, Wired News, 1 Dec. 2025

But poor people on Medicaid or food stamps, according to this administration, those are the real moochers in this country. — Andrew Stanton, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 May 2025

Things take a turn when Smokey's drug supplier demands $200 by 10 PM or they'll be killed, but the pair is easily distracted by conflicts with the resident bully, Craig's jealous girlfriend, and various neighborhood moochers and petty criminals. — Danny Horn, EW.com, 18 Aug. 2024

The hikes, which go into effect on September 1, are part of a larger effort to crack down on membership moochers and boost revenue for the warehouse chain. — Alexandra Banner, CNN, 11 July 2024

Most of the people infected have no symptoms of their gut moochers. — Beth Mole, Ars Technica, 31 Aug. 2023

This will prompt the account moocher to sign up for their own membership. — Kelly Wynne, Peoplemag, 24 May 2023