IPA: /ˈʌndərˌkaʊnt/
KK: /ˈʌndərˌkaʊnt/
Definition: To record a smaller number than what is actually present or true, often used in contexts like counting people or items.
Example: The census may undercount certain populations, leading to inaccurate data.
IPA: /ˌʌndərˈkʌvər/
KK: /ʌndərˈkʌvər/
Definition: Relating to activities that are done secretly, often to gather information or investigate something without being noticed.
Example: The police sent an undercover officer to infiltrate the criminal organization.
Definition: A person who works secretly to gather information or investigate, often for law enforcement or intelligence purposes.
Example: The undercover agent successfully infiltrated the criminal organization.
IPA: /ˈʌndəˌkʌrənt/
KK: /ˈʌndərˌkɜr.ənt/
Definition: A hidden flow or influence that is not immediately obvious, often contrasting with what is openly expressed.
Example: There was an undercurrent of tension in the room, despite the cheerful conversation.
IPA: /ˌʌndərdɪˈvɛləpt/
KK: /ʌndərdɪˈvɛlʌpt/
Definition: Not fully developed or lacking in growth, often referring to countries with low economic productivity or to immature plants.
Example: Many underdeveloped regions struggle to provide basic services to their populations.
IPA: /ˌʌndərˈɛkʃən/
KK: /ʌndərˈɛkʃən/
Definition: Having received little or inadequate education.
Example: Many people in rural areas are undereducated and lack access to quality schools.
IPA: /ˌʌndərˈɛmfəˌsɪs/
KK: /ʌndərˈɛmfəˌsɪs/
Definition: A situation where not enough importance or attention is given to something.
Example: The underemphasis on mental health in schools can lead to serious issues for students.
IPA: /ˌʌndərˈɛmfəˌsaɪz/
KK: /ʌndərˈɛmfəˌsaɪz/
Definition: To not give enough importance or attention to something.
Example: The teacher tends to underemphasize the importance of homework in her classes.
IPA: /ˌʌndərˈɛmfəˌsaɪzd/
KK: /ʌndərˈɛmfəˌsaɪzd/
Definition: Not given enough importance or attention; not highlighted sufficiently.
Example: The importance of mental health is often underemphasized in our society.
IPA: /ˌʌndərˈɛstəˌmeɪt/
KK: /ʌndərˈɛstəˌmeɪt/
Definition: A value or amount that is lower than the actual one, often used to describe a situation where someone does not recognize the true importance or size of something.
Example: The team's underestimate of the project's cost led to budget issues.
Definition: To judge something as being less important, valuable, or significant than it really is.
Example: Many people underestimate the impact of small changes in their daily routine.
IPA: /ˌʌndərˌɛstəˈmeɪʃən/
KK: /ʌndərˌɛstəˈmeɪʃən/
Definition: A judgment or opinion that something is less important, serious, or valuable than it really is.
Example: His underestimation of the project's complexity led to many problems later on.
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