punch below one's weight

动词 v.
中文释义

英文释义

动词 v.
  1. To achieve or perform at a level lower than should be expected based on one's preparation, attributes, rank, or past accomplishments. idiomatic
    — But the overall effect is flimsy and insubstantial, a gifted writer punching well below his weight.

词形变化

punches below one's weight present,singular,third-person punching below one's weight participle,present punched below one's weight participle,past punched below one's weight past hit below one's weight alternative

词汇关系

反义词
overachieve punch above one's weight

词源

An allusion to the sport of boxing, where contenders fight in various weight classes.
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