accomplice
Translation
accomplice, partner in crime
Examples
He was an accomplice to the robbery.
He was an accomplice to the robbery.
The police are looking for his accomplice.
The police are looking for his accomplice.
Grammar Patterns
an accomplice ((to sth.)) a person who helps in (a crime) He was an accomplice to the robbery.
Similar Words
Synonyms: partner in crime, confederate, accessory
Etymology
From Old French 'complice' (associate), from Latin 'complex' (allied).
Memory Tips
An accomplice helps you 'accomplish' a crime. Notice the similar root.