ACCOMPLICE - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

a person who joins with another in carrying out some plan (especially an unethical or illegal plan)

Categories: Assistant, Helper, Help, Supporter

Synonyms

Accomplice, Confederate

🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)

The word "accomplice" comes from Latin complicare. It started in Old French complice. Then it appeared in Middle English accomplice.

🔗 Related Words

accomplish – A related word in the same word family.

🧩 Fun Fact

Each civilization borrowed this word because they encountered the concept through cultural contact.