to underestimate
Third Person
underestimates
Present Participle
underestimating
Past Tense
underestimated
Past Participle
underestimated
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to regard something or someone as smaller or less important than they really are
transitive
- She warned him not to underestimate the challenges of starting a new business from scratch.
- The team's opponents made the mistake of underestimating their skill and determination, leading to a surprising victory.
- It's easy to underestimate the impact of climate change until you see its effects firsthand.
- He underestimated her ability to adapt to new situations and thrive in unfamiliar environments.
- The artist's talent was often underestimated until she showcased her work in a major gallery.
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to guess or calculate a value, size, etc. to be lower than it actually is
transitive
- I underestimated the time it would take to complete the assignment.
- The team realized they had underestimated the number of supplies needed for the event.
- The manager regretted underestimating the demand for the new product.
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to think someone is less skilled or able than they actually are
transitive
- Don’t underestimate her; she’s much stronger than she seems.
- Many people underestimated her, but she proved them wrong.
- He was underestimated by his peers because of his quiet demeanor.
- Never underestimate someone who is determined to succeed.
- She warned them not to underestimate him, as he was full of surprises.
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