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Vocabulary Entry
underdog
|noun • adjective
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N
noun
A competitor who is expected to lose a contest or struggle.
Example Sentences
"Despite being the underdog, the team managed to win the championship."
"The movie tells the inspiring story of an underdog who defies the odds."
"Everyone roots for the underdog in a sport; it's part of what makes it exciting."
A
adjective
Describing a person or team that is expected to lose or is at a disadvantage.
Example Sentences
"The underdog player surprised everyone with their impressive performance."
"She loves rooting for underdog teams during the playoffs."
"The underdog story resonates with many who have faced adversity."