IPA: /ˌʌndərˈhændɪd/
KK: /ˈʌndərˌhændɪd/
Definition: Describing actions that are secretive and dishonest, often involving trickery or deceit.
Example: His underhanded tactics in the game made him unpopular among his teammates.
IPA: /ˌʌndərˈhændədli/
KK: /ʌndərˈhændədli/
Definition: In a secretive or dishonest way, often to achieve something unfairly.
Example: He underhandedly took credit for her work during the meeting.
IPA: /ˌʌndərˈhændɪdnəs/
KK: /ʌndərˈhændɪdnəs/
Definition: The quality or state of being secretive or dishonest in actions, often to achieve a goal unfairly.
Example: His underhandedness in the negotiations led to a loss of trust among the team members.
IPA: /ˈʌndərˌlɪŋ/
KK: /ˈʌndərˌlɪŋ/
Definition: A person who has a lower rank or position than someone else, often working for them or under their authority.
Example: The manager often relied on his underlings to complete the tasks he assigned.
IPA: /ˌʌndərˈmaɪn/
KK: /ʌndərˈmaɪn/
Definition: To weaken or damage something gradually, often by removing support or causing erosion.
Example: The constant criticism began to undermine her confidence.
IPA: /ˌʌndərˈpɪn/
KK: /ʌndərˈpɪn/
Definition: To provide support or a foundation for something, often in a way that makes it stronger or more effective.
Example: The new research will underpin the theory that climate change is accelerating.
IPA: /ˈʌndərˌprɪvəlɪdʒd/
KK: /ʌndərˈprɪvəlɪdʒd/
Definition: Describing people or groups who lack basic necessities and opportunities due to their social or economic situation.
Example: The charity focuses on helping underprivileged children get access to education and healthcare.
IPA: /ˌʌndərˈpʌblɪzaɪzd/
KK: /ʌndərˈpʌblɪˌzaɪzd/
Definition: Not given enough attention or publicity; not widely known or promoted.
Example: The event was underpublicized, so only a few people showed up.
IPA: /ˌʌndərɪˈpɔːrt/
KK: /ʌndərɪˈpɔrt/
Definition: To give a report that shows a smaller amount than what is true or real.
Example: The company was accused of trying to underreport its earnings to avoid paying higher taxes.
IPA: /ˌʌndərɪˈpɔːrtɪd/
KK: /ʌndərɪˈpɔrtɪd/
Definition: Describing something that has been reported to be less significant or less frequent than it actually is.
Example: The issue of climate change is often underreported in the media.
Definition: To report something as being less than it actually is, often used in the context of statistics or news.
Example: The study showed that many cases of the disease were underreported in the media.
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