Synonyms of sponger

sponger

noun

as in parasite

a person who is supported by or seeks support from another without making an adequate return

a sponger who moved in with friends and seems to be in no hurry to get a job and pay a share of the rent

Synonyms & Similar Words

• parasite
• sponge
• leech
• freeloader
• moocher
• hanger-on
• henchman
• dependent
• free rider
• miser
• bloodsucker
• flunkey
• idler
• deadbeat
• sycophant
• toady
• lackey
• skinflint
• niggard
• satellite
• flunkie
• cheapskate
• piker
• tightwad
• stooge
• scrooge
• flunky
• yes-man

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• supporter
• benefactor
• philanthropist