Undervalue (Verb)
Meaning 1
Lose in value; "The dollar depreciated again".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- The rapid depreciation of the currency led investors to undervalue their assets in this market.
- Over time, inflation can cause cash to undervalue due to rising costs of goods and services.
- In a changing economic climate, it is easy to undervalue the dollar against other major currencies.
- The decline in the stock's value caused analysts to undervalue the company's financial prospects.
- A fluctuating exchange rate may cause some companies to undervalue their exports and overvalue their imports.
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Meaning 2
Esteem lightly.
Classification
Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.
Examples
- Their decision to undervalue the importance of customer service led to a significant decline in sales.
- The fact that they undervalued their employee's skills and experience led to high turnover rates.
- Unfortunately, he tends to undervalue his own abilities, often doubting himself in crucial situations.
- Her supervisor's lack of recognition and appreciation caused her to feel undervalued and disrespected.
- The company's decision to undervalue the role of their marketing team led to a series of failed campaigns.
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Meaning 3
Assign too low a value to; "Don't underestimate the value of this heirloom-you may sell it at a good price".
Classification
Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.
Examples
- She tends to undervalue her exceptional abilities and should start promoting them more aggressively.
- The company is likely to undervalue the impact of social media on their business.
- We must not undervalue the benefits of meditation and prioritize it in our daily routine.
- By buying the property so quickly, he felt they would undervalue the seller's asking price and achieve a better deal.
- You're likely to undervalue the time required to finish the project if you go solo.