CEFR C1

underling

noun

Meaning

A person who is in a subordinate position and has less power or importance than others.

Examples

The king's knights were expected to obey their underlings without question.
She felt like an underling in the large corporation, doing menial tasks for little pay.

Synonyms: subordinate, minion, lackey, hireling

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underling (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈʌndərˌlɪŋ/

Definition

A person who is in a subordinate position and has less power or importance than others.

Examples

The king's knights were expected to obey their underlings without question.
She felt like an underling in the large corporation, doing menial tasks for little pay.
He was tired of being treated like an underling and decided to start his own business.

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