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undervalue

American

[uhn-der-val-yoo] / ˌʌn dərˈvæl yu /

verb (used with object)

to value below the real worth; put too low a value on.

Synonyms:

depreciate, underestimate, underrate
to diminish in value; make of less value.
to have insufficient regard or esteem for; hold too low an opinion of.

undervalue British

/ ˌʌndəˈvæljuː /

verb

(tr) to value at too low a level or price

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Origin of undervalue

First recorded in 1590–1600; under- + value

Example Sentences

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Others have credible turnaround plans or durable brand strength that investors may undervalue.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

“We tend to undervalue and I would say underinvest in those unsexy but important capabilities like the oilers, like the auxiliaries, like the tenders. It’s the quiet backbone of American naval power.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

People who ignore or undervalue prompting will remain trapped in the drudgery of manual operations, where data points must be located and assembled.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 25, 2026

Khan is alleged to have asked a private firm to undervalue the jewellery set, before purchasing it back at a significantly reduced price.

From BBC • Dec. 20, 2025

Now we must not undervalue the reflected light thrown by one Scripture upon another.

From The Gospel According to St. Mark by Chadwick, G. A.

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