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SCAPEGOAT Synonyms

There are 3 synonyms of the word scapegoat. (exact relations)
There is 1 hypernym of the word scapegoat. (close relations)
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scapegoatedscapegoating

Best Alternative Words for SCAPEGOAT

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whipping boy
nounn
noun

• someone who is punished for the errors of others

patsy
nounn
noun

• a person who is gullible and easy to take advantage of

fall guy
nounn
noun

• a person who is gullible and easy to take advantage of

Best Hypernyms For SCAPEGOAT

Here is a list of related hypernyms for scapegoat, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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victim

Alternatives for PATSY

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