1. a student in the second year of high school or college

1. relating to or characteristic of a second-year student
2. showing the overconfidence or lack of experience typical of someone with limited knowledge
Usage: often derogatory

Examples

• She’s a sophomore at the local high school.
• The sophomore class organized a fundraiser for new library books.
• As a college sophomore, he felt more confident navigating campus life.
• The band released their sophomore album to critical acclaim.
• Her sophomore effort as a director was more polished than her debut.
• His sophomore attitude annoyed his more experienced colleagues.
• The sophomore slump affected several players on the team.