underrepresented

adjective

un·​der·​rep·​re·​sent·​ed ˌən-dər-ˌre-pri-ˈzen-təd 

: inadequately represented

underrepresentation

ˌən-dər-ˌre-pri-ˌzen-ˈtā-shən 

-zən-

noun

Examples of underrepresented in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In addition, the ceremony will honor individuals who are supporting the frequently underrepresented theme of faith and spirituality in entertainment storytelling with the 2026 Visionary Awards presented by CFAM. — William Earl, Variety, 20 July 2026

Her office is developing a retail incubator specifically for underrepresented small business owners who cannot yet afford permanent downtown space. — Jasmine Browley, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026

Co-founded by Chris Quintos Cathcart and Tyler Boehm, Unapologetic Projects works with underrepresented creators to tell authentic stories. — Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 17 July 2026

But as data confirms year after year, Latinos remain grossly underrepresented across the entertainment industry. — Carlos Aguilar, IndieWire, 16 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1853, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for underrepresented

• overrepresented
• assented
• augmented
• cemented
• consented
• contented
• demented
• dissented
• fermented
• indented
• invented
• lamented