unrank

/ˈʌnræŋk/

Definitions

1. verb

to remove a team, person, or object from a ranking or list, often because it does not meet the required standards

“The team was unranked from the competition after their poor performance in the previous game.”

2. verb

to remove or strip someone or something of their rank or status

“The king was unranked after being overthrown in the revolution.”

3. verb

to remove or strip a garment of its rank or insignia

“The general unranked his uniform before attending the formal dinner.”

4. verb

to remove or strip someone or something of its rank or standing

“The athlete was unranked from the tournament after being disqualified for cheating.”

5. noun

a team, person, or object that is not ranked or is outside the ranking system

“The unranked team was seeded last in the tournament.”

Synonyms

  • demote
  • dethrone

Antonyms

  • elevate
  • promote