What is another word for hanger-on?
Pronunciation: [hˈaŋəɹˈɒn] (IPA) 
Hanger-on refers to someone who attaches themselves to a group, especially famous or influential people, without contributing anything significant. There are several other synonyms for the word hanger-on, such as parasite, leech, groupie, toady, sycophant, flunky, lackey, courtier, and yes-man. A parasite is a person who depends on others for their personal gain. A leech extracts something from someone without giving anything in return. A groupie is someone who idolizes celebrities and hangs around them to gain popularity. A toady is a person who flatters their superiors for personal gain. A sycophant is a servant who flatters their master to gain favor.
