1. the act of underestimating the value, importance, or ability of someone or something

1. present participle of underrate; underestimating the value, importance, or ability of someone or something

Examples

• The coach’s underrating of the opposing team led to a surprising defeat.
• She felt that the underrating of her contributions was unfair.
• The critics are underrating this film’s artistic merit.
• He’s underrating his own abilities and should apply for the promotion.
• The underrating of renewable energy sources has slowed progress.
• Stop underrating yourself – you’re more capable than you think.
• The company’s underrating of customer feedback cost them sales.