Minion

usgb/ˈmɪnjən/
noun

A follower or helper of a powerful person.

He surrounded himself with minions who blindly followed his every command.
Visual representation of "minion" - A follower or helper of a powerful person.

Often appears as...

  • his loyal minion
  • one of his minions

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Disapproving

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Power Dynamics

Used to show a clear power difference between the minion and their leader.

Illustration for Power Dynamics
At work, she treated everyone like minions, expecting complete obedience.
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Negative Connotation

Often implies the person is not important and blindly follows orders.

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He just acts like a minion, never offering his own ideas.
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Not Friends

Minions are not friends or equals; they work for someone more powerful.

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The boss's minions were always taking notes, but never participating.
Visual representation of the word "Minion"

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