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informer Synonyms

Another word for informer

Choosing another word for informer depends on context, so the 15 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A person who secretly gives information about illicit or criminal activity to the police or other authorities, often in exchange for money or leniency.

Usage Example

"The police relied on a paid informant to uncover the details of the smuggling operation."

Strongest
informant
Strong
snitch
stool pigeon
rat
whistleblower
mole
betrayer
tattletale
spy
Weak
double agent

• noun (Context 2)

A person who communicates news, knowledge, or general information to others.

Usage Example

"As a local historian, she served as a helpful informant on the town's architectural heritage."

Strongest
informant
Strong
source
advisor
Weak
messenger
communicator
reporter

Opposites of informer

The opposite of informer shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

accomplice
confederate
conspirator
See all opposites of informer

• Nearby Words

informativeness
informed
informedly
informer
infotainment
infotech
infraction

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Informer. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/informer
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