underrate — To underestimate the value, importance, or quality of someone or something.
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: To underestimate the value, importance, or quality of someone or something.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌʌndɚˈreɪt/
Example Sentences
- My mom underrated my cooking skills until I made her cry with my onion-cutting technique.
- Students often underrate the amount of time needed to complete their assignments.
- Don't underrate the power of a good night's sleep - it can turn you from a zombie into a human being.
underrate
VERB[/ˌʌndɚˈreɪt/]
To underestimate the value, importance, or quality of someone or something.
To underestimate the value, importance, or quality of someone or something.
Don't underrate the need to calibrate before you celebrate!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Formed in the 19th century by combining the prefix 'under-' with the verb 'rate,' creating the meaning of valuing something below its true worth.
Breakdown
under- (below/less than) + rate (to assess or evaluate)
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“My mom underrated my cooking skills until I made her cry with my onion-cutting technique.”
“Students often underrate the amount of time needed to complete their assignments.”
“Don't underrate the power of a good night's sleep - it can turn you from a zombie into a human being.”
“The coach warned the team not to underrate their opponents.”
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