Figurant (en. Appearing)

/fi.ɡʏ.ʁɑ̃/

Synonyms

Slang Meanings

Figuratively refers to someone who is present but not actually involved.
He's just an extra in this matter, with no influence.
Il est juste un figurant dans cette affaire, sans influence.
To mock someone who has a secondary role without real importance.
He thinks he is important, but he is just an extra in this organization.
Il se croit important, mais c'est juste un figurant dans cette organisation.