underpaid

[ˌʌndərˈpeɪd]

underpaid Definition

paid too little for the work that one does.

Using underpaid: Examples

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

  • Example

    Many teachers feel they are underpaid for the work they do.

  • Example

    The company has been accused of underpaying its employees.

  • Example

    I think I'm underpaid for the amount of work I do.

underpaid Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for underpaid

  • undercompensated
  • underrewarded
  • underremunerated

Antonyms for underpaid

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Summary: underpaid in Brief

'Underpaid' [ˌʌndərˈpeɪd] is an adjective that describes a situation where someone is paid too little for the work they do. It is often used to describe the feeling of being undervalued and underappreciated in the workplace, as in 'Many teachers feel they are underpaid for the work they do.'