underling | Definition of underling

Synonyms and Antonyms of underling

one who is of lower rank and typically under the authority of another

the real estate tycoon has a whole army of underlings to attend to the details

Synonyms of underling

inferior, junior, subordinate

Words Related to underling

attendant, follower, retainer

domestic, menial, steward

flunky (also flunkey), henchman, lackey, minion

adjutant, aid, aide, assistant, coadjutor, deputy, second, second fiddle

helpmate, helpmeet, mate, sidekick

Near Antonyms of underling

boss, captain, chief, foreman, head, headman, helmsman, kingpin, leader, master, taskmaster

Antonyms of underling

senior, superior