1. not having enough food; inadequately nourished

Examples

• The underfed children in the refugee camp needed immediate medical attention.
• The rescue dog was clearly underfed and required a careful feeding program.
• Many underfed animals were found at the neglected farm.
• The underfed population struggled with health problems related to malnutrition.
• She looked pale and underfed after months of poor eating habits.
• The charity works to help underfed families in impoverished areas.