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Topic: Finance

undercharge

IPA: /ˈʌndərˌtʃɑrdʒ/

KK: /ˈʌndərˌtʃɑrdʒ/

noun

Definition: A charge that is less than what is appropriate or expected, often resulting in a loss of revenue or profit.

Example: The company faced a loss due to an undercharge on their services.

transitive verb

Definition: To charge someone less money than what is normal or expected for a service or product.

Example: The store decided to undercharge customers during the sale to attract more buyers.

undercut

IPA: /ˈʌndərˌkʌt/

KK: /ˈʌndərˌkʌt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To participate in a practice where one offers lower prices or better terms than a competitor, often to gain an advantage.

Example: The new store decided to undercut its rivals to attract more customers.

noun

Definition: A cut made in the lower part of something, often to remove material or create a specific shape.

Example: The carpenter made an undercut in the wood to ensure a better fit.

transitive verb

Definition: To weaken or undermine something, often by cutting away at its foundation or support.

Example: The new policy may undercut the efforts of the previous administration.

underemployed

IPA: /ˌʌndərɪmˈplɔɪd/

KK: /ʌndərɪmˈplɔɪd/

adjective

Definition: Having a job that does not provide enough work hours or is not suitable for one's skills and qualifications.

Example: Many graduates find themselves underemployed, working in jobs that do not match their education level.

noun

Definition: People who are working in jobs that do not fully utilize their skills or abilities, often because they are working part-time or in positions that do not match their qualifications.

Example: Many underemployed individuals are seeking full-time work that matches their education and experience.

underemployment

IPA: /ˌʌndərɪmˈplɔɪmənt/

KK: /ʌndərɪmˈplɔɪmənt/

noun

Definition: The situation where a person is working less than they would like or in jobs that do not use their skills fully.

Example: Many graduates face underemployment after finishing their studies, as they struggle to find jobs that match their qualifications.

underfinanced

IPA: /ˌʌndərˈfaɪnənst/

KK: /ʌndərˈfaɪnæst/

adjective

Definition: Not having enough money or financial support to operate effectively.

Example: The project was underfinanced, leading to delays and incomplete work.

underfunded

IPA: /ˌʌndərˈfʌndɪd/

KK: /ʌndərˈfʌndɪd/

adjective

Definition: Not having enough money or financial support to operate effectively or meet needs.

Example: The school program was underfunded, leading to a lack of resources for students.

verb

Definition: To provide less money than is needed for a project or organization.

Example: The school was underfunded, which affected the quality of education.

underinflation

IPA: /ˌʌndərɪnˈfleɪʃən/

KK: /ʌndərɪnˈfleɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A situation where the inflation of something, like vehicle tires, is not sufficient or is below the recommended level.

Example: The car's performance suffered due to underinflation of the tires.

underinsured

IPA: /ˌʌndərɪnˈʃʊrd/

KK: /ʌndərɪnˈʃʊrd/

adjective

Definition: Having inadequate insurance coverage to protect against potential losses or damages.

Example: Many people are underinsured and may face financial difficulties in case of an emergency.

underinvestment

IPA: /ˌʌndərɪnˈvɛstmənt/

KK: /ʌndərˈɪnvɛstmənt/

noun

Definition: A situation where not enough money is invested in something, leading to poor results or lack of growth.

Example: The company's underinvestment in new technology has caused it to fall behind its competitors.

underlet

IPA: /ˈʌndəˌlɛt/

KK: /ˈʌndərˌlɛt/

transitive verb

Definition: To lease a property to someone else for a lower price than it is worth, or to rent out a property that you are already renting.

Example: After moving to a new city, she decided to underlet her apartment to a friend.

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