underutilization
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/ˌʌndərˌjuːtəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/
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/ˌʌndəˌjuːtəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/
(underutilize)
insufficient use
Etymology
Etymology Information
'underutilization' originates from the prefix 'under-' meaning 'below' or 'not enough' and the word 'utilization' from Latin 'utilis' meaning 'useful'.
Historical Evolution
'utilization' evolved from the Latin word 'utilis' and combined with the prefix 'under-' to form 'underutilization'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not using something enough', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the state of not being used to its full potential or capacity.
The underutilization of resources led to inefficiencies in the project.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35