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

Temi points out that Black collectors and store owners are frequently underrepresented in the vintage and resale space, which makes D for Dapper all the more special to the Dallas fashion community. — Vibe, VIBE.com, 1 Sep. 2026

Proceeds go toward youth chess classes and USCF memberships for children in underrepresented communities. — Liz Wegerer, IEEE Spectrum, 31 Aug. 2026

Netflix will also continue to support Shondaland’s inclusion initiatives, such as the Ladder Program, to help train underrepresented below-the-line creatives. — Peter White, Deadline, 25 Aug. 2026

Netflix will also continue to support Shondaland’s inclusion initiatives like Ladder Program, to help train underrepresented below the line creatives. — Joe Otterson, Variety, 25 Aug. 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