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Synonyms & Similar Words
spy
mole
infiltrator
agent
operative
informer
traitor
double agent
fifth columnist
saboteur
subversive
insidious
sneak
sneaker
intruder
trespasser
interloper
meddler
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eavesdropper
snoop
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lurker
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fink
stool pigeon
turncoat
defector
deserter
collaborator
accomplice
coconspirator
confederate
Meaning of Infiltrator
A person who secretly joins an organization or group in order to gather information or influence its activities.
Definitions
- A person who infiltrates a group or organization, often for a clandestine purpose, such as gathering information or influencing its activities.
- A person who secretly joins an organization or group in order to gather information, cause trouble, or influence its activities.
Etymology of Infiltrator
The word "infiltrator" comes from the verb "infiltrate", which is derived from the Latin words "in" (into) and "filtrare" (to filter), and the suffix "-or" (a person who performs a certain action).
Historically, the term "infiltrator" has been used to describe individuals who secretly join organizations or groups for various purposes, including espionage, sabotage, or social change.
Example Uses
- The company hired a security expert to detect any potential infiltrators in their system.
- The infiltrator gained the trust of the group's leader and was able to gather sensitive information.
- The police department has been working to identify and apprehend the infiltrator who has been feeding them false information.