noun
- a student in the first or second year of high school or college
Usage: American English
Examples
- As an underclassman, she was still adjusting to college life.
- The underclassmen were required to live in dormitories on campus.
- Many underclassmen struggle with the increased workload in their first year.
- The mentorship program pairs upperclassmen with underclassmen.
- He was proud to be selected for varsity despite being an underclassman.
- Underclassmen must complete certain core requirements before choosing a major.