cronies

Meanings

• noun

  A group of friends or associates who are close and supportive, often in a position of power or influence.

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Antonyms

noncrony

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with cronies
chronies , conies , jonies

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Variants

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cronies , crony

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Etymology

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Originally derived from the Greek word 'kronos', meaning time, and was used to refer to the friends and advisors of a ruler, particularly those who held power during the reign of a specific king.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'cronies' first appeared in English in the 15th century.

2. The term 'crony capitalism' refers to an economic system where businesses and government officials have close relationships, often leading to favoritism and corruption.

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Related Concepts

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1. sycophant: A person who excessively praises or flatters someone in order to gain favor or advantage.

2. coterie: A small, exclusive group of people who share a common interest or goal.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'cronies' has been used to describe the inner circle of friends and advisors of a powerful character or figure. For instance, in Shakespeare's 'Henry IV, Part 1', the character Falstaff refers to his companions as his 'cronies'. In modern usage, the term can also be used more broadly to refer to a close-knit group of friends or associates.

How to Memorize "cronies"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a group of people huddled together, supporting each other and sharing a secret. Imagine the bond and closeness they share.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'cronies' with the idea of a close-knit group of friends or associates who have each other's backs.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the 'C' in cronies stands for 'close' and the 'R' stands for 'relationships'.

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