underdeveloped — Not fully developed or having insufficient development, especially in economic, social, or physical terms.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Not fully developed or having insufficient development, especially in economic, social, or physical terms.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌʌndɚdɪˈveləpt/
Korean meaning: 저개발된, 충분히 발달하지 않은
Korean pronunciation: 언-더-디-벨-럽트 (강세: 벨)
Example Sentences
- My cooking skills are still underdeveloped - I can only make toast and instant noodles.
- The underdeveloped nations need international support for economic growth.
- His social skills were underdeveloped because he spent all day gaming.
underdeveloped
ADJECTIVE//ˌʌndɚdɪˈveləpt//
Not fully developed or having insufficient development, especially in economic, social, or physical terms.
Not fully developed or having insufficient development, especially in economic, social, or physical terms.
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Origin
Formed in English by combining 'under-' (meaning beneath or insufficient) with 'developed' (from Old French 'developer' meaning to unwrap or unfold). The term gained prominence in the mid-20th century to describe countries or regions lacking economic advancement.
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“My cooking skills are still underdeveloped - I can only make toast and instant noodles.”
“The underdeveloped nations need international support for economic growth.”
“His social skills were underdeveloped because he spent all day gaming.”
“The underdeveloped transportation system made travel difficult.”
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