Below

Synonyms of below

• under
• beneath
• underneath

Antonyms of below

• above
• over
• higher

Collocations of below

below average

Frequency: 70 %

His test scores were below average for the class.

below the surface

Frequency: 60 %

There was a lot happening below the surface that we didn't know about.

below zero

Frequency: 50 %

The temperature dropped below zero last night.

below par

Frequency: 45 %

Her performance was below par compared to previous years.

below the belt

Frequency: 40 %

His comments were considered below the belt and hurtful.

Idiomatic Expressions for below

• Phrase: below the surface
  Meaning: not immediately apparent; hidden
  Usage: There are many issues below the surface that need to be addressed.