Undervalue (verb)

To assign a lower worth or price to something than it is actually worth.

Origin:

The word "undervalue" comes from the combination of the word "under" meaning beneath and "value" meaning worth or price. it refers to the act of assigning a lower worth or price to something than it is actually worth.

Examples:

  1. The seller undervalued the house and it sold for much less than it was worth.
  2. The company undervalued their shares and they were not able to raise sufficient capital.
  3. He undervalued the importance of a good education and regrets it now.
  4. She undervalued her own work and was not paid what she deserved.
  5. The collector undervalued the painting and it was sold for a much higher price later on.
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