underrating
|un-der-rat-ing|
B2
/ˌʌndəˈreɪtɪŋ/
(underrate)
assess below value
Etymology
Etymology Information
'underrate' originates from the prefix 'under-' meaning 'below' and the verb 'rate' meaning 'to assess or evaluate'.
Historical Evolution
'underrate' evolved from the Middle English word 'rate' combined with the prefix 'under-', forming the modern English word 'underrate'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to assess below value', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'underrate'.
Many people are underrating the importance of mental health.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45