as in minimizing
to place too low a value on
we had underestimated her ability to raise the start-up money for her own design firm
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Recent Examples of underestimating
Citi initiates Figma as buy Citi says the market is underestimating growth.
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Michael Bloom, CNBC, 17 June 2026
That distinction matters because modern entrepreneurship discussions often overemphasize innovation while underestimating execution, timing, leadership, strategy, competitive positioning, and entrepreneurial control.
—Dileep Rao, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Some oil veterans worry the market, lulled by these workarounds, is underestimating the real-world impact.
—Matt Egan, CNN Money, 9 June 2026
Investors are underestimating the pace of the energy transition, putting both financial returns and climate goals at risk, according to Legal & General Group Plc.
—Alastair Marsh, Bloomberg, 7 June 2026
This is the risk policymakers are still underestimating.
—John W.h. Denton Ao, Fortune, 6 June 2026
Barry emphasized the importance of not underestimating anyone.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 June 2026
Investors may be seriously underestimating the global economic impacts of the war in Iran, executives warned Thursday.
—J.d. Capelouto, semafor.com, 16 Apr. 2026
Overlooking Regulatory And Tax Laws Common mistakes include ignoring local nuances, overlooking regulatory and tax laws, using one-size-fits-all proposals, underestimating local competition and neglecting IP protection laws.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
Michael Bloom, CNBC, 17 June 2026
That distinction matters because modern entrepreneurship discussions often overemphasize innovation while underestimating execution, timing, leadership, strategy, competitive positioning, and entrepreneurial control.
—Dileep Rao, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Some oil veterans worry the market, lulled by these workarounds, is underestimating the real-world impact.
—Matt Egan, CNN Money, 9 June 2026
Investors are underestimating the pace of the energy transition, putting both financial returns and climate goals at risk, according to Legal & General Group Plc.
—Alastair Marsh, Bloomberg, 7 June 2026
This is the risk policymakers are still underestimating.
—John W.h. Denton Ao, Fortune, 6 June 2026
Barry emphasized the importance of not underestimating anyone.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 June 2026
Investors may be seriously underestimating the global economic impacts of the war in Iran, executives warned Thursday.
—J.d. Capelouto, semafor.com, 16 Apr. 2026
Overlooking Regulatory And Tax Laws Common mistakes include ignoring local nuances, overlooking regulatory and tax laws, using one-size-fits-all proposals, underestimating local competition and neglecting IP protection laws.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for underestimating
Verb
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The specialty sneakers are designed with a shock-absorbing sole to alleviate pressure and strain on your heels and joints by minimizing the impact of your steps.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
18 June 2026
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Analytics engines generate insights closer to the data, minimizing redundant processing.—
Chhandomay Mandal,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
Verb
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Stop undervaluing yourself, period.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
1 May 2026
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Even small errors like misreporting income, omitting a creditor or undervaluing property can lead to delays, dismissed cases or even accusations of fraud.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
23 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Underestimating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/underestimating. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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