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Underrate Meaning in English

word

ˌəndɝˈɹeɪt
uhn-der-RAYT
ˌʌndəɹˈeɪt
UN-duh-rayt

释义

To think that something or someone is less important, skilled, or valuable than they really are.

用法与细微差别

'Underrate' is slightly formal and is often used to warn against not appreciating someone's skills, efforts, or value. Common collocations: 'underrate the importance', 'underrated actor'. Don't confuse with 'underestimate' (about amount or difficulty rather than value).

例句

Many people underrate the benefits of exercise.

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Don’t underrate her; she is very talented.

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It’s easy to underrate the importance of sleep.

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He's an underrated musician who deserves more attention.

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You shouldn’t underrate how challenging this project is going to be.

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We tend to underrate small achievements, but they matter a lot.

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