Trump card: meaning, definitions and examples

Repeated - refer to 'trump card' above.

Use 'ace' to refer to someone who excels at something, or a very good card in card games. It can also signify someone who is extremely good or skillful in a particular area, often used informally.

• He's an ace pilot with years of experience.
• You really aced that test!

This phrase is best used when referring to something or someone that gives a significant advantage but is not widely known or recognized. It can be applied in both serious and lighthearted contexts.

• His ability to stay calm under pressure is his secret weapon.
• The new software could be our secret weapon in the market.

This term is used to describe something or someone unpredictable, often used in contexts involving sports, games, or situations where the outcome is uncertain. It can sometimes carry a slightly negative connotation due to the unpredictability.

• He's the wild card in the team; you never know what he's going to do.
• The wild card entry ended up winning the tournament.

This phrase is interchangeable with 'trump card' and is used similarly. There is no difference in meaning or context.

• Her innovation was the trump card in the industry.

This word can be used as a verb meaning to beat someone or something by a large margin, or to surpass. It often implies an unexpected or significant victory.

• Their team trumped the competition with ease.
• His latest project trumps all his previous work in terms of impact.