underworld
5 synonyms and 0 antonyms for underworld, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The organized criminal side of society, especially those involved in serious or large-scale crime.
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How to use underworld
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Etymology
From under- plus world.
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What does “underworld” mean?
The word “underworld” means the organized criminal side of society, especially those involved in serious or large-scale crime. In plain terms, either the hidden world of organized crime, or the mythical realm of the dead.
How do you pronounce “underworld”?
“Underworld” is pronounced UHN-duh-wurld (/ˈʌndɚˌwɚld/ in IPA).
How do you use “underworld” in a sentence?
Here is “underworld” used in a sentence: “The detective had contacts deep in the city's underworld.”
What part of speech is “underworld”?
“Underworld” is a noun.
Is “underworld” a common word?
“Underworld” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “underworld” have?
“Underworld” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the organized criminal side of society, especially those involved in serious or large-scale crime.