underdevelop

[ˌʌndərdɪˈvɛləp]

underdevelop Definition

to develop insufficiently or incompletely.

Using underdevelop: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "underdevelop" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The company underdeveloped its resources.

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    The government has been accused of underdeveloping the region.

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    The film's plot was underdeveloped and lacked depth.

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Summary: underdevelop in Brief

The verb 'underdevelop' [ˌʌndərdɪˈvɛləp] means to develop something insufficiently or incompletely. It is often used to describe a lack of utilization of resources or potential, as in 'The company underdeveloped its resources.' 'Underdevelop' can also refer to a lack of depth or detail, as in 'The film's plot was underdeveloped and lacked depth.'