crewmate
/ˈkruːmeɪt/
CommonSomeone who is genuinely on your side, a loyal member of your group, or a trustworthy friend.
Carries a warm, affirming tone. Calling someone a crewmate is a compliment about their loyalty or reliability.
Real-world examples3 examples
| # | Example | What it means | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | she covered for me without even asking why. real crewmate behavior. | She acted with unquestioning loyalty, like a trustworthy ally. | x, 2021 |
| 02 | if you vote him out you're making a mistake. he's a crewmate I swear. | He is genuinely trustworthy and you should not suspect him. | tiktok, 2021 |
| 03 | finally found my crewmates. people who actually show up. | Found a reliable group of friends or collaborators. | instagram, 2022 |
Use it when
- Describing someone who is a reliable, loyal part of your group.
- Vouching for someone's trustworthiness, especially using Among Us framing.
- Complimenting someone as a genuine team player.
Do not use it when
- You are talking about actual Among Us and need to distinguish them from the impostor.
Crewmate vs imposter
crewmate
Crewmate is someone who is genuinely on your side.
VS
imposter
Imposter is someone pretending to be loyal while working against you.
Origin and context
From Among Us, where Crewmates are the innocent players who complete tasks and try to identify the Impostor. The term moved into general internet slang as a synonym for a trustworthy ally.
- First seen
- 2020
- Confidence
- high
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