underwhelm
verb (used with object)
to fail to interest or astonish.
have been underwhelming
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present perfect progressiveof underwhelm.present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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Data on orforglipron have been underwhelming thus far.
From Barron's ● Oct. 29, 2025
Michael Kofman, of the US-based Center for Naval Analysis, says that, so far, Russia's gains have been "underwhelming".
From BBC ● Mar. 9, 2023
Despite the good songs and high production values, the show’s ratings have been underwhelming.
From New York Times ● May 9, 2022
But union demands for next year's pay have been underwhelming so far, especially in light of an inflation rate now at 4.1%.
From Reuters ● Nov. 25, 2021
The Sooners have been underwhelming in their 4-0 start, but their first Big 12 road trip since announcing plans to bolt for the SEC gives them an opportunity to earn some style points.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 30, 2021
