
Confederate
Neutral Term
Used without negative or positive connotations to describe cooperation.
The researchers became confederates in the study of marine biology.
Not Secretive
Confederate doesn't imply secrecy, unlike 'conspirator' or 'accomplice'.
He openly introduced his business confederate at the conference.
Formal Context
Often used in formal contexts or official communications.
The two companies acted as confederates in the merger deal. Compare with
AccompliceAllyAssociateCohortCollaboratorComradeHelpPartner
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