underrate
|un-der-rate|
B2
/ˌʌndəˈreɪt/
assess below value
Etymology
Etymology Information
'underrate' originates from the prefix 'under-' meaning 'below' and the verb 'rate' meaning 'to estimate or assess'.
Historical Evolution
'underrate' evolved from the Middle English word 'rate', which meant 'to estimate'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to assess below value', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to underestimate the value, importance, or ability of someone or something.
Many people underrate the importance of regular exercise.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45