underinsured

adjective

un·​der·​in·​sured ˌən-dər-in-ˈshu̇rd 

: not sufficiently insured

Examples of underinsured in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Figuring out ways to attract more paying patients, usually those who have insurance, will also be key for Jackson’s efforts to continue providing care to those who are underinsured or don’t have insurance. — Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 17 Sep. 2026

The Vaccines for Children program provides routine immunizations at no cost to children who are uninsured or underinsured or whose families may not otherwise be able to afford them. — Deidre McPhillips, CNN Money, 17 Sep. 2026

Companies already pay some uninsured or underinsured losses directly. — Randy Sadler, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2026

Residents who have insurance need to file a claim before applying to FEMA, which covers only uninsured or underinsured losses. — Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1893, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for underinsured

• abhorred
• aboard
• accord
• adored
• afford
• award
• baseboard
• billboard
• blackboard
• boxboard
• breadboard
• broadsword

Legal Definition

underinsured

adjective

un·​der·​in·​sured ˌən-dər-in-ˈshu̇rd 

: not sufficiently insured : having insufficient insurance to cover losses or damages

an underinsured motorist