undervalue Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. verb assign too low a value to
    underestimate.
    • Don't underestimate the value of this heirloom-you may sell it at a good price
  2. verb esteem lightly
  3. verb lose in value
    devalue; devaluate; depreciate.
    • The dollar depreciated again

WordNet


Un`der*val"ue transitive verb
Definitions
  1. To value, rate, or estimate below the real worth; to depreciate.
  2. To esteem lightly; to treat as of little worth; to hold in mean estimation; to despise.
    In comparison of it I undervalued all ensigns of authority. Atterbury.
    I write not this with the least intention to undervalue the other parts of poetry. Dryden.
Un`der*val"ue noun
Definitions
  1. A low rate or price; a price less than the real worth; undervaluation. Milton.

Webster 1913