What does up-and-coming mean?
Up-and-coming means (idiomatic) Emerging; aspiring; beginning to attract attention or critical acclaim..
Up-and-coming
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
(idiomatic) Emerging; aspiring; beginning to attract attention or critical acclaim..
Example Sentences
The theater likes to feature up-and-coming singers and comedians.
Synonyms for up-and-coming
Antonyms for up-and-coming
Related Words
Word Forms
- more up-and-coming
- most up-and-coming
- up and coming
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for up-and-coming?
Common synonyms include energetic, industrious, enterprising, gumptious.
What is the opposite of up-and-coming?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use up-and-coming in a sentence?
The theater likes to feature up-and-coming singers and comedians.
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