underestimated

ADJECTIVE

neglected

Synonyms

STRONGEST

decayed deserted ignored overlooked spurned undervalued unused unwanted

STRONG

abandoned affronted declined deferred depreciated despised deteriorated disdained dismissed disregarded evaded forgotten lapsed omitted postponed scorned shunned

WEAK

cast aside passed over tossed aside unconsidered unheeded unwatched

Antonyms

WEAK

cared for considered heeded used well cared for well tended

Example Sentences

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Has the bank underestimated the long-term impact, reputationally or financially, from past lapses?

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 25, 2026

Many experts consider it likely that the scale of the outbreak has been underestimated, as it is affecting remote regions.

From Barron's • Jun. 24, 2026

By my rough calculations, you and your brother should have at least $500,000 each — meaning your lawyer may have underestimated the value.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 24, 2026

South Africa, South Korea and Czechia are all capable opponents and cannot be underestimated, but Mexico has the advantage.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

I had underestimated Sohrab’s dedication to soccer/non-American football.

From "Darius the Great Is Not Okay" by Adib Khorram

underestimated

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