uncrowned king

Frequency: 4.51.8 per million words

figurative: someone who is considered the best or most important in a particular field, without having an official title.

kingADJECTIVE + king

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uncrowned

Examples (10)

  • He was known as the uncrowned king of hip-hop for his undeniable influence.
  • Though he held no official title, the veteran politician was the uncrowned king of his party.
  • In the small town, the legendary baker was considered the uncrowned king of pastries.
  • The eccentric artist became the uncrowned king of the underground art scene.
  • Through sheer talent and charisma, she established herself as the uncrowned king of stand-up comedy.
  • For decades, the philanthropist remained the uncrowned king of the city's charitable endeavors.
  • His innovative designs made him the uncrowned king of modern architecture.
  • Despite the fierce competition, the young prodigy was quickly recognized as the uncrowned king of the chess world.
  • Many viewed the rebellious leader as the uncrowned king of the independence movement.
  • With his captivating storytelling, the author became the uncrowned king of contemporary literature.