1. loyal followers who carry out orders without question, especially those who do so ruthlessly or unthinkingly
Usage: often derogatory
2. in Greek mythology, the warlike people of Thessaly who followed Achilles to the Trojan War
Usage: classical mythology

Examples

• The dictator’s myrmidons carried out his brutal orders without hesitation.
• She surrounded herself with myrmidons who never questioned her decisions.
• The corrupt official’s myrmidons intimidated anyone who opposed him.
• In Homer’s Iliad, the Myrmidons were fierce warriors loyal to Achilles.
• The CEO’s myrmidons implemented the unpopular policy despite employee protests.
• Like ancient myrmidons, they followed their leader into battle.
• The political boss relied on his myrmidons to maintain control of the district.