Synonyms

undervalue

American

[uhn-der-val-yoo] / ˌʌn dərˈvæl yu /

verb (used with object)

undervalued, undervaluing

to value below the real worth; put too low a value on.

Synonyms:

depreciate, underestimate, underrate
to diminish in value; make of less value.
to have insufficient regard or esteem for; hold too low an opinion of.

undervalue British

/ ˌʌndəˈvæljuː /

verb

(tr) to value at too low a level or price

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Other Word Forms

undervaluation noun
undervaluer noun

Etymology

Origin of undervalue

First recorded in 1590–1600; under- + value

Example Sentences

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People who ignore or undervalue prompting will remain trapped in the drudgery of manual operations, where data points must be located and assembled.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 25, 2026

Khan is alleged to have asked a private firm to undervalue the jewellery set, before purchasing it back at a significantly reduced price.

From BBC • Dec. 20, 2025

Calling for higher upfront fees, Baker said, “Let’s demand what we’re worth. I know that if you’re in this room, you’re proven you’re worth it. So let’s not undervalue ourselves any longer.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 23, 2025

And let them undervalue the University of Washington Huskies.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 5, 2024

What right," she asked herself, "has this man to undervalue and contemn my purpose?

From The Adventures of a Widow A Novel by Fawcett, Edgar

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