UNDERESTIMATE
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Underestimate.
Underestimate - as a noun
An estimation that is too low; an estimate that is less than the true or actual value
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
underestimation18underrating13underreckoningUnderestimate - as a verb
Assign too low a value to
Example: "Don't underestimate the value of this heirloom-you may sell it at a good price"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
undervalue14Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
overestimate17Make a deliberately low estimate
Example: "The construction company wanted the contract badly and lowballed"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lowball12Make too low an estimate of
Example: "He underestimated the work that went into the renovation"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
underrate10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
misjudge19Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
overestimate17Example Sentences
"Don't underestimate the power of a good night's sleep."
"Never underestimate the value of hard work."
"You should never underestimate her ability to succeed."
"It is important not to underestimate the impact of climate change."
"They consistently underestimate the amount of time it takes to complete the project."
Word Game Points
Is UNDERESTIMATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, underestimate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
UNDERESTIMATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is UNDERESTIMATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, underestimate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordUNDERESTIMATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.
Is UNDERESTIMATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, underestimate is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordUNDERESTIMATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
