Dictionary Only:
Explicit Words:

UNDERESTIMATING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Underestimating.

Underestimating - as a noun

An estimation that is too low; an estimate that is less than the true or actual value

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
underestimation18underrating13underreckoning

Underestimating - 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)
undervalue14
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
overestimate17

Make a deliberately low estimate

Example: "The construction company wanted the contract badly and lowballed"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lowball12

Make too low an estimate of

Example: "He underestimated the work that went into the renovation"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
underrate10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
misjudge19
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
overestimate17

Example Sentences

"I made the mistake of underestimating her abilities."
"He kept underestimating the impact of his actions."
"We should avoid underestimating the challenges that lie ahead."
"She is constantly underestimating the amount of time it takes to complete tasks."
"They were underestimating the potential of their product in the market."
View more

Word Game Points

Is UNDERESTIMATING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, underestimating is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

UNDERESTIMATING has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is UNDERESTIMATING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, underestimating is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
UNDERESTIMATING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.

Is UNDERESTIMATING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, underestimating is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
UNDERESTIMATING has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.

Word Variations & Relations

A-Z Proximities

WordDB Icon
WordDB
United Kingdom
Download the WordDB app directly on your home screen for instant access. No App Store necessary, less than 1MB storage, always up-to-date and secure.
1.
Tap on share button
2.
Tap on Add To Home Screenadd button
3.
Find WordDB App Icon on your home screen