underestimate

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/ʌndɚˈɛs.tɨ.meɪt/ English

Definitions

noun

An estimate that is too low.

verb

To perceive (someone or something) as having a lower value, quantity, worth, etc., than what he/she/it actually has.

Related words

Synonyms

underestimation belittle make light of misjudge misunderestimate underrate undervalue lowball underrating underreckoning undervaluation undervaluing understate underplay underdog disregard ignore neglect

Antonyms

Associated

overestimate firepower metz seriousness prevalence variance turnout amplitude incidence estimate risks abilities

Rhymes

elucidate articulate desolate facilitate profligate explicate deliberate delineate ruminate innate

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