small fry

Definitions

A person or thing of little importance or influence.

Young children or small animals.

Examples

Don't worry about the local competitors; they are just small fry compared to our global corporation.

He thought he was a big shot in the city, but back in his hometown, he was just small fry.

Synonyms

nobody lightweight nonentity small potatoes insignificant person underling

Antonyms

bigwig VIP heavyweight big cheese magnate person of consequence