What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
undercutting
Example
The new store is undercutting the competition by offering the same products at a lower price. [undercutting: verb]
Example
The company's strategy of undercutting its rivals has resulted in increased sales. [undercutting: gerund or present participle]
underselling
Example
The artist is underselling their work by pricing it too low. [underselling: verb]
Example
The company's policy of underselling its products has led to a loss of revenue. [underselling: gerund or present participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Undercutting is more commonly used than underselling in everyday language, especially in a business or commercial context.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between undercutting and underselling?
Both undercutting and underselling are associated with a formal tone, as they are often used in a business or commercial context.
