undervaluation

noun

un·​der·​val·​u·​a·​tion ˌən-dər-ˌval-yə-ˈwā-shən How to pronounce undervaluation (audio)
1
: the act of undervaluing
2
: a value below the real worth

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The market tends to swing from periods of overvaluation to periods of undervaluation while spending relatively modest periods in fair-value territory. Joseph H. Davis, Fortune, 2 Dec. 2024 Each element significantly influences creating an environment that fosters employees’ feelings of disconnection and undervaluation. Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024 By Oliver Rodzianko Summary Lululemon's near-term opportunity stems from its undervaluation, with China growth offering upside; strategic execution from management is key to exceeding the 8% annual revenue growth estimates. Gurufocus, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024 The report suggests that this disparity reflects a societal undervaluation of crucial work, such as caregiving, which is vital to our communities. Isabela Ocampo Restrepo, Austin American-Statesman, 1 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for undervaluation 

Word History

First Known Use

1629, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of undervaluation was in 1629

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“Undervaluation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/undervaluation. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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