puppet Synonyms
Another word for puppet
• noun (Context 1)
A movable model of a person, animal, or creature, typically moved either by strings controlled from above or by a hand inside it.
"The children were captivated by the intricate wooden puppets dancing on the small stage."
• noun (Context 2)
A person, group, or country that appears to be independent but is actually under the covert control of another powerful entity.
"The newly installed prime minister was widely seen by the public as a mere pawn of the military generals."
• verb (Context 3)
To control or manipulate someone or something from behind the scenes, as if pulling strings.
"The deposed dictator successfully puppeted the shadow government from his exile abroad."
Opposites of puppet
Looking for antonyms? The opposite of puppet varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites: