Thesaurus results for UPPERCLASSMAN

upperclassman

noun

Definition of upperclassman

as in freshman

Related Words

Relevance

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Recent Examples of upperclassman Firms such as Sequoia, Founders Fund, and Pear VC employ talent scouts—a number of them Stanford upperclassmen—to identify the best of the young best. — Theo Baker, The Atlantic, 24 Apr. 2026 The Broncos’ wide-receiver room is bolstered with upperclassmen transfers such as senior Akeem Wright (De Anza College) and redshirt senior Darren Morris (Southern University), but expect Madsen to form a familial connection with Bates early on. — Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 23 Mar. 2026 Possessing the game intelligence of an upperclassman, the freshman is an important part of the Wranglers' offense. — Colby Gordon, Austin American Statesman, 18 Mar. 2026 But Fleck, of course, hopes the QB sticks around the U for his upperclassman years in 2027 and 2028. — Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 18 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for upperclassman

Recent Examples of Synonyms for upperclassman

Noun

Newbauer attempted only one pass, as did freshman Bowe Bentley, a top-100 prospect in the 2026 recruiting cycle.

— Antonio Morales, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026
In 2012, then-head coach Red Berenson announced the end of freshman hazing, according to news articles cited in the lawsuit.

— Paula Wethington, CBS News, 10 Sep. 2026

Definition of freshman

Noun

Both pass catchers were seen on the field and were expected to be significant contributors after productive campaigns last year, but they were passed over in favor of sophomore Shane Rosenthal.

— Connor Dullinger, Los Angeles Times, 7 Sep. 2026
With Frederique sidelined and sophomore Ja’Boree Antoine declared out before the game, the Hurricanes relied primarily on Lucas, Damari Brown and Ethan O’Connor at outside corner for the first three quarters while the starters were on the field.

— Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 7 Sep. 2026

Definition of sophomore

Noun

To qualify to be a semifinalist, students must score in the top 1% of test-takers in the state on the PSAT, which this year’s cohort took in fall 2025 as high school juniors.

— Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 9 Sep. 2026
First, Syc barreled into a gap to stop Warren junior running back Amari Conley on a fourth-down carry in the second quarter.

— Steve Reaven, Chicago Tribune, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of junior

Noun

This year’s playoff roster for Marist had three seniors and 12 underclassmen — and many received a chance to play a strong schedule and go through the playoff wars.

— Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 7 June 2026
Next season the Patriots will return nine underclassmen, led by Nungurey in the circle.

— Ethan Hanson, Daily News, 4 June 2026

Definition of underclassman

Noun

Another successful student is Surovi Khatun, an undergrad student currently studying at Nawab Siraj-Ud-Dowla Government College of Natore, a neighboring district of Pabna.

— Ali Asif Shawon, NPR, 5 Sep. 2026
Borrowers have access to a six-month grace period after leaving undergrad, automatic payment discount, customizable loan terms, and forbearance and deferment options.

— Faith Wakefield, USA Today, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of undergrad

Browse Nearby Words

upper class

upperclassman

upperclassmen

See all Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

Style

“Upperclassman.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upperclassman. Accessed 12 Sep. 2026.

Copy Citation

Synonyms of upperclassman

noun

Example Sentences

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

More from Merriam-Webster

Word of the Day

hobnob

Popular in Grammar & Usage

Merriam-Webster’s Great Big List of Words You Love to Hate

A Who’s Who Regarding ‘Who’s’ and ‘Whose’

Why do we use apostrophes to show possession?

Is it 'nerve-racking' or 'nerve-wracking'?

What's the difference between 'fascism' and 'socialism'?

Popular in Wordplay

9 Words That Sound Like Insults But Aren't

Back to School Vocabulary

Words from the 'Odyssey'

Ye Olde Nincompoop: Old-Fashioned Words for 'Stupid'

14 Phobias You Probably Haven't Heard Of

Popular

Merriam-Webster’s Great Big List of Words You Love to Hate

9 Words That Sound Like Insults But Aren't

Back to School Vocabulary

Games & Quizzes