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Synonyms & Similar Words
also-ran
loser
failure
has-been
no-hoper
outsider
dark horse
underdog
weaker candidate
inferior competitor
unsuccessful applicant
defeated contestant
vanquished opponent
hapless competitor
inept contender
ineffectual challenger
unskilled opponent
unqualified candidate
unaccomplished applicant
unsuccessful bidder
weak link
pushover
easy target
vulnerable opponent
low-ranking contender
bottom-dweller
tail-ender
straggler
laggard
nonstarter
nonentity
nobody
mediocrity
Meaning of Noncontender
The primary meaning of the word "Noncontender" is someone or something that is not a strong competitor.
Definitions
- A person or thing that is not a serious competitor in a contest, competition, or field of activity
- * Someone or something that is unlikely to succeed or win
Etymology of Noncontender
The word "Noncontender" is derived from the prefix "non-" meaning "not" and the noun "contender" which comes from the Latin "contendere" meaning "to strive, struggle, or compete"
The term has been used in English since the mid-20th century to describe someone or something that lacks the strength, skill, or ability to compete effectively
Example Uses
- The new employee was considered a noncontender for the promotion due to lack of experience
- * The small company was a noncontender in the market, unable to compete with larger corporations
- * The team was a noncontender in the tournament, having lost most of their games
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
front-runner
winner
champion
victor
champion
titleholder
contender
competitor
challenger
opponent
adversary
rival
powerhouse
strong candidate
likely winner
probable champion
favorite
top contender
leading candidate
prime contender
serious competitor
major challenger