underestimate

un·der·es·ti·mate

transitive verb

-·mat·ed, -·mat·ing

to set too low an estimate on or for

an estimate that is too low

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underestimate

transitive verb

un·der·es·ti·mat·ed, un·der·es·ti·mat·ing, un·der·es·ti·mates

To make too low an estimate of the quantity, degree, or worth of: Don't underestimate the difficulties involved in the project.
To consider (someone) to be less capable or effective than is actually the case: underestimated his rivals and was outmaneuvered.

noun

An estimate that is or proves to be too low.

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un′der·es′ti·ma′tion
noun

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Verb

(third-person singular simple present underestimates, present participle underestimating, simple past and past participle underestimated)

To perceive (someone or something) as having a lower value, quantity, worth etc. than what it actually has.

Noun

(plural underestimates)

An estimate or perception that is too low.

Origin

under- +"Ž estimate

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Sentence Examples

Gentleman, do not underestimate me.
Do not underestimate our abilities.
"You underestimate my ability to protect these liabilities, as you call them," he said, irritated with her words.
The result, if considered alone, inevitably leads to an underestimate of the average amplitude of the regular diurnal variation.
"Never underestimate a scorned woman," Fred said.

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