What is another word for placeman?
Pronunciation: [plˈe͡ɪsmən] (IPA) 
A placeman is a term that refers to an individual who has been appointed to a government position due to political influence or favoritism, rather than merit. Synonyms for the word placeman include political appointee, crony, lackey, henchman, stooge, puppet, insider, and client. These are all terms used to describe people who have received positions of power or influence due to their connections with politicians or political parties, rather than their qualifications or skills. While some of these terms carry negative connotations, they all imply that the individual's allegiance is to their political benefactors, rather than to the public they serve.
