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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.


Example Sentences

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Plaintiffs may no longer prevail simply by showing historical or statistical disparities or underrepresentation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

One potential problem the analysts highlighted: The underrepresentation of women in technology, especially in AI, which reduces their visibility in training data and leadership.

From Barron's • Mar. 22, 2026

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

From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026

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 • Feb. 18, 2026

The agency has also sued employers for race and national origin discrimination, pointing to underrepresentation of Black, white, Latino, and Asian employees, in different cases.

From Slate • Feb. 10, 2025

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