What is another word for apparatchiks?
Pronunciation: [ˈapəɹˌat͡ʃɪks] (IPA) 
Apparatchiks are often associated with Soviet-era politics and are used to describe bureaucrats or officials who blindly follow Communist Party orders. Synonyms for this word include "functionary," "stalwart," "lackey," "yes-man," and "pawn." These terms all refer to individuals who prioritize loyalty to their superiors over their own personal beliefs or opinions. Apparatchiks can also be described as "cadres," "party faithful," or "sectarians," which emphasizes their strict adherence to a particular ideology or organization. Regardless of the synonym used, the connotation is always negative and implies a lack of independent thinking or agency.
