undereate

/ˌʌndəˈriːt, ˌʌnˈdɪreɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to eat less than is needed or healthy; to consume insufficient food

“She undereats during the exam period to stay focused.”

2. verb

to estimate or calculate too low; to set a price or value too low

“The company undereats the cost of production, resulting in lower profits.”

3. noun

a situation in which someone eats too little or estimates too low

“Undereating during pregnancy can lead to complications.”

Synonyms

  • underestimate
  • underfeed

Antonyms

  • overeat
  • overestimate