Minion
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈmɪnjən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Minion is a noun meaning A loyal servant of another, usually a more powerful being.
Meaning
A loyal servant of another, usually a more powerful being.
More Meanings
- A sycophantic follower.
- (uncountable, typography, printing) The size of type between nonpareil and brevier, standardized as 7-point.
- Obsolete form of minium.
- (obsolete) A loved one; one highly esteemed and favoured.
- (obsolete) An ancient form of ordnance with a calibre of about three inches.
- (obsolete) Favoured, beloved; "pet".
Example Sentences
God's disciple and his dearest minion
Is this the Athenian minion whom the world / Voiced so regardfully?
The archvillain deployed his minions to simultaneously rob every bank in the city.
These favours, with the commodities that follow minion Courtiers, corrupt[…]his libertie, and dazle his judgement.
Word Forms
- minions
Synonyms for minion
Depending on context, synonyms include disciple, follower, acolyte, adjutant, bootlicker, flunkey.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include parasite, leech, sponge, servant, handyman, vassal.
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