What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
underestimation
Example
The team's underestimation of their opponent led to their defeat. [underestimation: noun]
Example
She underestimated how long it would take to finish the project. [underestimated: verb, past tense]
undervaluation
Example
The painting's undervaluation at the auction surprised everyone. [undervaluation: noun]
Example
He undervalued his skills and settled for a lower-paying job. [undervalued: verb, past tense]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Underestimation is more commonly used in everyday language than undervaluation, which is more technical and used in specific fields such as finance or economics.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between underestimation and undervaluation?
Undervaluation is more formal than underestimation, which can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
