
Minion
Power Dynamics
Used to show a clear power difference between the minion and their leader.

At work, she treated everyone like minions, expecting complete obedience.
Negative Connotation
Often implies the person is not important and blindly follows orders.

He just acts like a minion, never offering his own ideas.
Not Friends
Minions are not friends or equals; they work for someone more powerful.

The boss's minions were always taking notes, but never participating.
Compare with
FollowerHenchmanLackeyPawnRetainerSatelliteServantSubordinateUnderling
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