underachiever
|un-der-a-chiev-er|
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/ˌʌndərəˈtʃiːvər/
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/ˌʌndərəˈtʃiːvə/
(underachieve)
perform below potential
Etymology
Etymology Information
'underachiever' originates from the prefix 'under-' meaning 'below' and the verb 'achieve' meaning 'to accomplish or attain.'
Historical Evolution
'underachieve' transformed into the noun 'underachiever' to describe a person who achieves below their potential.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to achieve below potential,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who performs less well than expected, especially in school or work.
Despite his potential, he was labeled an underachiever in school.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45