insider
Translation
insider, member
Examples
An insider gave information to the press.
An insider gave information to the press.
Grammar Patterns
a person within a group or organization An insider gave information to the press.
Similar Words
Synonyms: member, initiate; Antonyms: outsider
Etymology
From 'inside' + the suffix '-er' which denotes a person. Someone who is on the inside.
Memory Tips
An 'insider' is a person who is on the 'inside'.