Definitions

relegated

[rel-i-gey-tid] / ˈrɛl ɪˌgeɪ tɪd /

VERB

assign, transfer

Synonyms

STRONGEST

consign entrust refer

STRONG

accredit charge commend commit confide credit delegate

WEAK

hand over pass on turn over

Antonyms

STRONG

deny disapprove keep

WEAK

assume hold promote upgrade

VERB

banish, downgrade

Synonyms

STRONGEST

demote dismiss

STRONG

deport displace eject exile expatriate expel lag ostracize remove transport

WEAK

expulse throw out

Antonyms

STRONG

allow permit remain stay take in welcome

WEAK

assume hold keep promote upgrade

Example Sentences

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There’s no doubt that Canada came to Italy as the favorite, boasting a lineup so wildly loaded with talent that Sidney Crosby was relegated to a supporting role.

From The Wall Street Journal

If Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor had been a scandal-hit politician or a relegated football manager or troubled CEO he would have been sacked, replaced and forgotten years ago.

From BBC

Saracens were relegated from the Premiership at the end of the 2019–20 season following persistent salary cap breaches, bringing more adversity for Itoje to contend with.

From BBC

VAR will be the thing that makes me turn in my season ticket, and if West Ham do get relegated the lack of VAR will be a blessing.

From BBC

He was relegated last season but earned his way back at last month's LIV Golf Promotions when he claimed one of three qualifying spots.

From Barron's