underappreciated

American  

[uhn-der-uh-pree-shee-ey-tid] / ˌʌn dər əˈpri ʃiˌeɪ tɪd /

adjective

1. not sufficiently valued or recognized.

   Knowing how to grow your own food is an underappreciated but incredibly important skill.

   I really think the seriousness of this problem is underappreciated.

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Etymology

Origin of underappreciated

First recorded in 1895–1900; under- ( def. ) + appreciated ( def. )

Example Sentences

Underappreciated: If you fear that expressing your sincere feelings will bring on a heated argument, then I’d say that the issue with your grandparents is deeper and more complicated than an attention imbalance.

From Washington Post • Feb. 24, 2023

When asked how he is feeling, he responds, "Underappreciated."

From Salon • Dec. 2, 2021

Underappreciated for too long, the Slits were an obvious influence on many Riot Grrrl bands.

From Slate • Oct. 31, 2019

Underappreciated in the modern era, Reni is restored in this choice, 50-painting show to the high rank earlier centuries accorded him as luminous colorist and elegant classical stylist.

From Time Magazine Archive

Underappreciated in the modern era, Reni is restored in this 50-painting show to the high rank that earlier centuries accorded him as a luminous colorist and elegant stylist.

From Time Magazine Archive