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underestimate

verb

Synonyms and Antonyms of underestimate

to place too low a value on

we had underestimated her ability to raise the start-up money for her own design firm

Synonyms of underestimate

underrate, undervalue

Words Related to underestimate

de-emphasize, minimize, play down, soft-pedal

belittle, decry, depreciate, disparage

despise, disdain, scorn

Phrases Synonymous with underestimate

sell short

Near Antonyms of underestimate

appreciate, cherish, prize, treasure, value

admire, esteem, regard, respect

adore, idolize, revere, reverence, venerate, worship

Antonyms of underestimate

overestimate, overrate, overvalue

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