Undervalue

/ˌʌndərˈvæl.ju/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To underestimate the importance or significance of someone or something.

It's a mistake to undervalue the impact of community service on personal growth.

To assign a value to something that is less than its true worth.

Many investors tend to undervalue companies that have a temporary setback.

To regard or treat someone or something as less important or worthy than they actually are.

She felt that her contributions to the project were undervalued by her peers.

The word is a combination of 'under', meaning 'beneath or not enough,' and 'value,' meaning 'the importance, worth, or usefulness of something.'

Undervalue oneself

To not recognize one’s own worth or capabilities.

Undervalue an asset

To list or assess an asset at a value lower than its actual worth.

Undervalue a contribution

To give inadequate recognition or credit to someone's input or work.

devalue

To reduce or lower the worth or importance of something.

assessment

The act of evaluating or estimating the nature, ability, or quality of something.

Sleep on it

Don't sleep on this opportunity; it's worth more than you think.

Lowball

They lowballed their offer for the project, not realizing its full potential.