Synonyms for

Sophomore

Verb / ˈsɑ:ˌfmɔ:r / Another word for sophomore — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A student in the second year of high school or college.

Synonyms & similar words

secondyear soph junior undergraduate sophisticate know-it-all nerd brain geek dweeb bookworm egghead grind swot pundit savant scholar student learner

Synonyms by register

Formal

second-year student underclassman

Informal

second-year soph

Antonyms

freshman beginner novice newcomer underclassman junior senior

Common collocations

  • sophomore year
  • sophomore slump
  • sophomore class
  • sophomore season
  • sophomore album
  • sophomore effort

Word family

noun sophomore
adjective sophomore

Usage note

Primarily used in American English to refer to a student in their second year of high school or college. 'Sophomore slump' refers to a decline in performance after a successful first year.

Example sentences

  1. My brother will be a sophomore in high school next year.
  2. The sophomore class organized a fundraiser for charity.
  3. She struggled during her sophomore year of college.
  4. The sophomore quarterback led his team to the championship.
  5. He was known as the smartest sophomore in his class.

Quotes

  • As a sophomore, I started showing off by creating weird outfits for myself.
  • I was a sophomore in high school when I decided I wanted to be a rapper.
  • I'm not a big star. I'm just a sophomore.

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