underappreciated

American

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

adjective

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.

Etymology

Origin of underappreciated

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

Example Sentences

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Water infrastructure is an underappreciated asset, and AI is using much of it.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Singapore's Mottainai Food Tech also has a mission to use unconventional and underappreciated ingredients, which can be nutritious and widely available throughout Asia.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

Silent film fans, or those just curious about this underappreciated medium, have another treat in store: a gorgeous restoration of 1922’s epic “Lorna Doone,” based on the popular 19th century novel that inspired the cookie.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

What’s more, small-cap stocks may also be an underappreciated AI play, Shiran added.

From MarketWatch • May 16, 2026

Last night he texted her some YouTube videos of underappreciated Elliott Smith songs and still hasn’t heard back.

From "What If It's Us" by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera

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