Underdressed
(adjective)
- Not dressed in a suitable or appropriate way.
- Not dressed in a way that is appropriate for the occasion or weather.
Origin:
19th century: from under- + dressed.
Examples:
- She felt underdressed in her casual clothes at the formal event.
- The guests at the wedding were underdressed, some wearing jeans and t-shirts.
- He was underdressed for the cold weather and soon became chilled.
- The underdressed models were shivering on the runway in the cold winter air.
- The underdressed soldiers were ill-prepared for the harsh winter conditions.