Phrase guide

under a cloud

prep_phrase · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

Definitions and examples are grouped by meaning. Pronunciation, history, word forms, translations, descendants, synonyms, antonyms, derived terms, and related words appear whenever the source provides them.

Sound

Pronunciation

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  • General-American: /ˈʌn.dɚ ə klaʊd/
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1

prep_phrase

Meaning 1

Of an uncertain future due to an anticipated threat or change in circumstance.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic

Examples

  • 2012, Iain W. Provan, 1 & 2 Kings, Understanding the Bible Commentary Series, unnumbered page, First Kings 9:10-10:29 brings us back to see the glory of this empire. It is glory that must now be seen with respect to 8:22-53 and 9:1-9. It is therefore glory under a cloud, destined to fade away.

Meaning relationships

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Antonyms: none provided

2

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Meaning 2

Under suspicion; subject to critical inspection.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic

No example sentence was provided for this meaning.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

3

prep_phrase

Meaning 3

In or into controversial circumstances.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic

No example sentence was provided for this meaning.

Meaning relationships

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Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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Across languages

Translations

2 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Finnish: epäilty — under suspicion
  • Finnish: luupin alla — under suspicion