underdog

[US]/ˈʌndədɒɡ/
[UK]/ˈʌndərdɔːɡ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. the disadvantaged or oppressed party, the one at a disadvantage and likely to lose

Example Sentences

rooting for the underdog in the tennis championship.

We like to help the underdog, forgetting that this places us in the role of the overdog, the person who has the power to grant or to withhold favors.

Though it is depressingly rare for the underdog to win in the real world, I'd like to cling to the idea that when they do, they have something special to offer that the overdog does not.

The underdog team surprised everyone by winning the championship.

She always roots for the underdog in sports competitions.

The underdog candidate managed to win the election against all odds.

Despite being the underdog, they fought bravely until the end.

The underdog story inspired many people to never give up on their dreams.

It's always satisfying to see the underdog come out on top.

The underdog team's victory was a true David and Goliath moment.

People love to cheer for the underdog because they represent hope and resilience.

The underdog's determination and hard work paid off in the end.

Even as the underdog, they never doubted their ability to succeed.

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