underserved

American  

[uhn-der-survd] / ˌʌn dərˈsɜrvd /

adjective

1. not supplied with enough services or resources to serve or meet the needs of a particular group.

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Example Sentences

Jama is currently running a six-month mentoring programme for young women from underserved backgrounds across the UK, which aims to provide connections in the TV production, broadcasting, marketing, fashion and talent management industries.

From BBC

These findings come at a time when healthcare systems continue to face funding pressures that can have serious consequences for older adults and underserved populations.

From Science Daily

After our review, D.C. acknowledged it had no remaining unserved or underserved locations requiring federal funds and submitted paperwork confirming that conclusion.

From The Wall Street Journal

Nowadays it’s served an awful lot better, but I think it was an underserved demographic.

From Los Angeles Times

Scientists say the technology could eventually help doctors refer patients to specialists more quickly and improve access to care in underserved areas.

From Science Daily