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