underappreciated
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/ˌʌndərəˈpriːʃieɪtɪd/
(underappreciate)
not fully valued
Etymology
Etymology Information
'underappreciate' originates from the prefix 'under-' meaning 'below' or 'not enough' and the verb 'appreciate' meaning 'to recognize the value of something'.
Historical Evolution
'underappreciate' evolved from the combination of 'under-' and 'appreciate' in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not fully valuing something,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not recognized or valued as much as deserved.
Her efforts in the project were underappreciated.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45