dark horse
The phrase “dark horse” has 2 syllables: dark horse.
It's pronounced as /dɑːrk hɔrs/.
What is synonym and antonym for dark horse?
In the thesaurus, “dark horse” has 13 synonyms and 4 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for dark horse along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for dark horse
- applicant
- candidate
- competitor
- contestant
- crown prince
- entrant
- entry
- favorite
- favorite son
- long shot
- qualifier
- spoiler
- stalking horse
Antonyms for dark horse
- incumbent
- noncandidate
- officeholder
- sure thing
Meanings of dark horse
- noun
- Someone who possesses talents or favorable characteristics that are not known or expected by others.
- A candidate for an election who is nominated unexpectedly, without previously having been discussed or considered as a likely choice.
- A horse whose capabilities are not known.
Example Sentences
- She emerged as a dark horse candidate in the election, surprising many.
- The dark horse team unexpectedly won the championship.
- He's a dark horse in the competition, quietly gaining momentum.
- The movie turned out to be a dark horse hit at the box office.
- The underdog proved to be a dark horse in the talent show, stunning the judges and audience alike.
On this page you'll find 17 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to dark horse, such as: applicant, candidate, competitor, contestant, crown prince, entrant, entry.
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