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pal

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of pal

a person who has a strong liking for and trust in another

I always choose my best pal for my softball team first

Synonyms of pal

alter ego, amigo, buddy, chum, compadre, comrade, confidant, confidante, crony, familiar, friend, intimate, mate [chiefly British], musketeer

Words Related to pal

associate, cohort, colleague, companion, fellow, hearty, hobnobber, partner, peer, sport

blood brother, brother, main man, sister

abettor (also abetter), accomplice, ally, collaborator, confederate

benefactor, supporter, sympathizer, well-wisher

Near Antonyms of pal

adversary, antagonist, competitor, opponent, rival

archenemy, nemesis

Antonyms of pal

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