underdog

The word “underdog” has 3 syllables: un-der-dog

It's pronounced as /ˈʌn.dɚ.dɔːɡ/

What is synonym and antonym for underdog?

In the thesaurus, “underdog” has 14 synonyms and 9 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for underdog along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for underdog

bottom dog
casualty
collateral damage
dark horse
fatality
longshot
loser
loss
martyr
murderee
out-of-towner
prey
sacrifice
victim

Antonyms for underdog

assassin
favorite
gainer
harmer
injurer
killer
murderer
victor
winner

Meanings of underdog

noun
1. A competitor thought unlikely to win.
2. Somebody at a disadvantage.
3. A high swing wherein the person pushing the swing runs beneath the swing while the person being pushed is at the forward limit of the arc.

Example Sentences

Everyone was rooting for the underdog in the final match.
Despite being the underdog, she managed to win the election.
The movie tells an inspiring story of an underdog who rises to fame.
The team embraced their underdog status and played with determination.
He has a soft spot for the underdog, always cheering for the unlikely winner.

On this page you'll find 23 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to underdog, such as: assassin, bottom dog, casualty, collateral damage, dark horse, fatality, favorite.

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