English Synonym Finder

underling

Definitions

A person lower in status or rank; a subordinate.

Someone who works under the authority or direction of another.

Examples

The ambitious manager constantly took credit for the hard work of his loyal underling.

He treated every underling in the office with a condescending tone that made them feel undervalued.

The villain relied on his primary underling to carry out the complex details of his master plan.

Synonyms

subordinate inferior minion assistant aide servant henchman

Antonyms

superior boss leader master chief manager director