underfunded
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/ˌʌndərˈfʌndɪd/
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/ˌʌndəˈfʌndɪd/
(underfund)
insufficient financial support
Etymology
Etymology Information
'underfund' originates from the prefix 'under-' meaning 'below' or 'insufficient' and the word 'fund' meaning 'to provide financial resources'.
Historical Evolution
'underfund' changed from the combination of 'under-' and 'fund' in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to provide insufficient funds', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having insufficient financial resources or funding.
The school is underfunded and struggles to provide basic supplies.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42