English / idiom
At the Bottom of the Totem Pole
MEANING IN ENGLISH
Occupying the lowest rank, status, or position of importance in an organization or hierarchy.
In context
01
Even though Kabir started at the bottom of the totem pole as an unpaid apprentice, he remained cheerful and eager to learn.
02
Starting at the bottom of the totem pole instills humility and gives one a genuine appreciation for every future milestone.
Synonyms
lowest ranking,junior level,subordinate
Antonyms
at the top of the ladder,high-ranking,superior
Collocations
start at the bottom of the totem pole,feel at the bottom of the totem pole,rank at the bottom of the totem pole