junior

[joon-yer] / ˈdʒun yər /

ADJECTIVE

subordinate, younger

Synonyms

STRONG

inferior lower minor second second-string secondary

WEAK

lesser

Antonyms

STRONG

first-class first-rate important superior

WEAK

elder older senior

Example Sentences

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The junior Kellogg later applied that to corn—and changed breakfast forever.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

As a sophomore, he was on junior varsity.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Last year the UCI retired Furrer's race number on the day, 84, from women's junior road races.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Sometimes a junior constable walked into the frame and saluted her.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

Now, it’s the last day of junior year.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith