lameduck

/ˈleɪmdʌk/

Definitions

1. noun

A politician who is still in office but is no longer in their party’s favor, often leading up to an election.

“The president’s approval ratings plummeted, making him a lame duck in the eyes of his constituents.”

Synonyms

  • caretaker
  • interim leader

Antonyms

  • popular figure
  • strong leader