Synonyms for Low-down
Definition of low-down
- adjective
- of the most contemptible kind; "abject cowardice"; "a low stunt to pull"; "a low-down sneak"; "his miserable treatment of his family"; "You miserable skunk!"; "a scummy rabble"; "a scurvy trick"
- (of jazz) having the soulful feeling of early blues
- noun
- slang terms for inside information; "is that the straight dope?"
11 synonyms found
Writing tips for "low-down"
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"Low-down" in song lyrics
See how low-down is used in real songs:
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"I keep my business on the low-down"
JT Money — Whatcha Want -
"But after a while we got the low-down"
Kid 'N Play — Next Question