underrepresentation

American  

[uhn-der-rep-ri-zen-tay-shuhn, -zuhn-] / ˌʌn dərˌrɛp rɪ zɛnˈteɪ ʃən, -zən- /

noun

1. the act of underrepresenting or the condition of being underrepresented; inclusion of a disproportionately low number of members of a particular group or category.

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Example Sentences

As a Chicana screenwriter and producer for over 30 years, López knows firsthand the underrepresentation of Latinos in Hollywood films.

From Los Angeles Times

López’s response to underrepresentation extends beyond opening doors.

From Los Angeles Times

Rule believes underrepresentation of Wales in the British media is a major factor.

From BBC

Some authors, publishers, readers and influencers are finding new ways to elevate Latino stories despite underrepresentation in the mainstream world of books.

From Los Angeles Times

Ana-Christina Ramón, UCLA’s director of the Entertainment and Media Research Initiative, says that this level of underrepresentation across all kinds of media is nothing new.

From Los Angeles Times