underrepresented

adjective

un·​der·​rep·​re·​sent·​ed ˌən-dər-ˌre-pri-ˈzen-təd How to pronounce underrepresented (audio)
: inadequately represented
underrepresentation noun

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The situation of the partner of the addict seems very underrepresented. Jennifer Wilson, New Yorker, 28 Sep. 2025 The new partnership will combine Breaking Through the Lens’ funding and mentorship for underrepresented filmmakers with Stage 32’s online education and certification programs. Ellise Shafer, Variety, 26 Sep. 2025 In their acceptance speeches, winners took pride in building safe spaces for the Black and underrepresented communities to be welcomed, and seen through their voices and entrepreneurial ventures. Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2025 The venture, which launched in 2024, was inspired by Johnson’s search for stories to develop into films and TV shows, and features monthly book club picks that aim to spotlight debut writers and underrepresented stories. Emily St. Martin, Oc Register, 24 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for underrepresented

Word History

First Known Use

1853, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of underrepresented was in 1853

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“Underrepresented.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/underrepresented. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.

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