undersized

[uhn-der-sahyzd]

adjective

1. smaller than the usual or normal size.

undersized

/ ˌʌndəˈsaɪzd /

adjective

1. of less than usual size

Word History and Origins

Origin of undersized¹

First recorded in 1650–60; under- + size ¹ + -ed ³

Example Sentences

Hamby made the Sun look just as undersized, racking up six points, an assist and a defensive rebound over four minutes.

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If not for the robotic-like precision he possesses in the batter’s box, he would have never been a seven-time Silver Slugger, or the majors’ most undersized power threat.

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He was undersized and largely unrecruited out of Davis High in Yakima, Wash., where basketball was traditionally a bigger deal.

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The Bruins made her a focal point early, feeding her frequently to exploit Illinois’ undersized defenders.

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The Trojans would instead rely on undersized big man Agee to carry them to the finish line.

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Related Words

• miniature 
• petite 
• puny 
• short 
• small