underutilize

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verb

un·​der·​uti·​lize ˌən-dər-ˈyü-tə-ˌlīz 

underutilized; underutilizing; underutilizes

transitive verb

: to utilize less than fully or below the potential use

underutilization

ˈən-dər-ˌyü-tə-lə-ˈzā-shən 

noun

underutilization

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noun

: insufficient utilization : wasteful failure to utilize fully

Examples of underutilize in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Verb

And although there are federal programs that cover a farm's revenue rather than their specific crops, Orlander said these policies are complicated and widely underutilized. — ABC News, 8 July 2026

Collection allowances, administrative discounts, exemptions and jurisdiction-specific credits are often underutilized, especially in lean teams managing compliance across multiple states or product lines. — Ryan Padget, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

Whether served atop a baked potato or folded into a creamy potato salad—or even as the star in sour cream poundcake—sour cream is rarely underutilized, so picking one that meets all your needs is important. — Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 26 June 2026

Project proposals said the lanes are underutilized and confusing to drivers. — Chris Hoffman, CBS News, 19 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

Noun

under entry 3 + utilization

First Known Use

Verb

1951, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for underutilize

• contextualize
• industrialize
• materialise
• materialize
• memorialize
• microenterprise
• overemphasize
• particularize
• revolutionise
• revolutionize
• actualize
• antagonize