accomplice
Translation
partner in crime
Examples
He was an accomplice in the robbery.
He was an accomplice in the robbery.
Grammar Patterns
an accomplice ((in sth.)) a person who helps someone to commit a crime He was an accomplice in the robbery.
Similar Words
Synonyms: partner in crime, confederate, accessory
Etymology
From Old French 'complice', from Latin 'complex' meaning 'allied'. Related to 'accomplish'.
Memory Tips
An 'accomplice' helps you 'accomplish' a crime.