flunky
word
Definition
A flunky is a person who does small jobs for someone powerful, often in an overly eager or overly obedient way, usually to get favors or approval. It is usually used in a negative or mocking way.
Usage & Nuances
Informal and often insulting. Used for people who lack independence and just follow orders from those in power. Common in workplaces or politics to criticize subservience. Variants: US spelling 'flunky', UK may use 'flunkey'.
Spanish: esbirro - servilPortuguese (BR): lacaio - puxa-sacoPortuguese (PT): criado servil - bajuladorChinese (Simplified): 走卒 - 应声虫Chinese (Traditional): 走卒 - 馬屁精Hindi: चापलूस - चमचाArabic: خَدَم - تابع مطيع
Example Sentences
He works as a flunky for the boss.
basic
Nobody respects a flunky in this office.
basic
She doesn't want to be anyone's flunky.
basic
I'm tired of being treated like a flunky around here.
natural
All the manager's flunkies follow him everywhere.
natural
He acts like a big shot, but he's really just the CEO's flunky.
natural