patsy
📖 Definitions
noun
One who is easily taken advantage of, by being deceived, unfairly blamed, or ridiculed.
💬 Usage Examples
“When Mogoeng Mogoeng was named chief justice by Mr Zuma, many worried that he would be a patsy. Yet he has steadfastly overseen rulings that thwart or chide the president.” South Africa’s Democracy; The Economist (London, UK); Dec 19, 2015.