Synonyms of servant

servant

noun

ˈsər-vənt 

as in steward

a person hired to perform household or personal services

the wealthy family had servants to clean and cook for them

Synonyms & Similar Words

• steward
• maid
• housekeeper
• butler
• lackey
• domestic
• retainer
• man
• flunky
• groom
• daily
• manservant
• menial
• assistant
• footman
• maidservant
• woman
• servitor
• valet
• housemaid
• houseboy
• handmaiden
• houseman
• companion
• majordomo
• follower
• attendant
• factotum
• wench
• lady-in-waiting
• drudge
• dogsbody
• gofer

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• master
• mistress
• leader
• chief
• captain
• boss
• head
• foreman
• taskmaster
• headman
• helmsman
• kingpin

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of servant

Leguizamo plays Eumaeus, a blind servant in the Ithacan palace who was a friend of Odysseus who helps raise his son Telemachus (Tom Holland). — Victoria Edel, PEOPLE, 29 July 2026

As Eumaeus, unwavering servant to Odysseus, John Leguizamo has the best shot for a Best Supporting Actor nomination. — Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 22 July 2026

The Oscar-winning director cast the actor as Eumaeus, the faithful servant of Odysseus (Matt Damon) coming to terms with his grief over his master’s prolonged absence. — David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 19 July 2026

Then, the families of the slain suitors assemble and vow revenge, clashing with Odysseus, Telemachus, Laertes and the loyal servants — only to have Athena intervene and abruptly put a stop to the fighting. — Marlow Stern, Variety, 17 July 2026

Phrases Containing servant

• civil servant
• public servant