1. to use something less than fully or effectively; to fail to make complete or proper use of
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘underutilize’

Examples

• The company underutilizes its talented workforce by not providing advancement opportunities.
• She underutilizes her smartphone, using it only for calls and texts.
• The school underutilizes its computer lab, leaving it empty most afternoons.
• The restaurant underutilizes its outdoor seating area during good weather.
• He underutilizes his gym membership, going only once a month.
• The city underutilizes its public transportation system due to poor marketing.