Synonyms of underdog

underdog

noun

as in loser

Related Words

• loser
• victim
• martyr
• prey
• fatality
• casualty
• sacrifice
• loss
• collateral damage
• murderee

Dissimilar Words

• winner
• victor
• gainer
• killer
• murderer
• assassin
• injurer
• harmer

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of underdog

But the lookahead line, which was posted before Week 1 results could influence the market, had the Browns +6, so oddsmakers have baked in how bad the Browns looked and moved them to more than a touchdown underdog. — Dan Zaksheske Outkick, FOXNews.com, 17 Sep. 2026

Rookie coach Mike LaFleur had an excellent game plan and QB Jacoby Brissett executed it well to lead Arizona, which was a 9 ½-point underdog. — ABC News, 14 Sep. 2026

With a script from director Barry Jenkins, Morrison crafted a classic underdog story with strong performances and a feel-good ending. — Jourdain Searles, HollywoodReporter, 14 Sep. 2026

David was an underdog, often underlooked in the Bay Area music scene, but was never afraid to give free ideas and unwavering support without expectation ever … David and I hustled. — Gail Mitchell, Billboard, 11 Sep. 2026