underdog

Meanings

• noun

  A person or team that is not expected to win, but achieves success.

  - "The underdog team shocked everyone by winning the championship."
  - "Despite being an underdog, the newcomer actor received critical acclaim for his performance."

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Pronunciation

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Antonyms

favorite , favourite , safe bet , sure bet , top dog

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Synonyms

little guy

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with underdog
hog , dogma , log , fog

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Variants

List of all variants of underdog that leads to same result
underdog , underdogs

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Originally used in horse racing, an underdog was a horse that was not favored to win but could still do so.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'underdog' is believed to have originated from horse racing in the 18th century.

2. In the movie 'Rocky,' the main character Rocky Balboa is the classic underdog, starting out as a small-time boxer and eventually becoming a champion.

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Related Concepts

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1. David and Goliath: A well-known story in which the underdog, David, defeats the giant Goliath, representing the triumph of the small and weak over the powerful.

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Culture

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The underdog is a common trope in literature and media, often used to inspire feelings of hope and resilience in the face of adversity.

How to Memorize "underdog"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a small, overlooked creature or person, like a mouse or a young student, and imagine them overcoming great challenges to achieve success.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the underdog with the idea of determination and perseverance. Remember that even when things seem impossible, there's always a chance for the underdog to come out on top.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym UNDERDOG to remember the definition: Unlikely, Not-expected, Defying, Exceeding, Resilient, Determined, Overcoming, Gaining.

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