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Underestimate
/ˌʌndəɹˈɛstɪmət/
/ˈəndɝˈɛstəˌmeɪt/, /ˈəndɝˈɛstəmət/to underestimate
01
to regard something or someone as smaller or less important than they really are
Transitive: to underestimate sth
Example
The artist 's talent was often underestimated until she showcased her work in a major gallery.
He underestimated her ability to adapt to new situations and thrive in unfamiliar environments.
The team 's opponents made the mistake of underestimating their skill and determination, leading to a surprising victory.
02
to guess or calculate a value, size, etc. to be lower than it actually is
Transitive: to underestimate a quantity
Example
He underestimated the difficulty of assembling the furniture.
I underestimated the time it would take to complete the assignment.
The manager regretted underestimating the demand for the new product.
03
to think someone is less skilled or able than they actually are
Transitive: to underestimate sb
Example
He was underestimated by his peers because of his quiet demeanor.
Never underestimate someone who is determined to succeed.
She warned them not to underestimate him, as he was full of surprises.
Underestimate
01
an estimation that is too low; an estimate that is less than the true or actual value
Example
The artist's talent was often underestimated until she showcased her work in a major gallery.
He underestimated her ability to adapt to new situations and thrive in unfamiliar environments.
The team's opponents made the mistake of underestimating their skill and determination, leading to a surprising victory.
She warned him not to underestimate the challenges of starting a new business from scratch.
It's easy to underestimate the impact of climate change until you see its effects firsthand.
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