Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

under-a-cloud

idiom

ˈʌndər ə klaʊd

Definition

In a state of suspicion or disfavor.

Examples

After the scandal, the politician found himself under a cloud.
The athlete remained under a cloud until the investigation was resolved.
She felt under a cloud after being accused of wrongdoing, even though she was innocent.

Meaning

The phrase ‘under a cloud’ refers to someone who is facing suspicion, criticism, or negative judgment, often suggesting that their reputation has been tarnished.