Synonyms for Junior

Definition of junior

adjective
  1. younger; lower in rank; shorter in length of tenure or service
  2. used of the third or next to final year in United States high school or college; "the junior class"; "a third-year student"
  3. including or intended for youthful persons; "a junior sports league"; "junior fashions"

10 synonyms found

Writing tips for "junior"

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"Junior" in song lyrics

See how junior is used in real songs:

  • "How is heaven Junior?"
    Ali — Serious (Bonus Track)
  • "I'm Jewish like Sammie Davis Junior"
    Bravehearts f/ Nas — Bravehearted
  • "I am the first, not the second nor a junior"
    Chief Kamachi — 3rd Lecture

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