underjudge

/ˌandərˈdʒʌdʒ/

Definitions

1. verb

to form an unfavorable opinion of; to judge unfavorably

“The jury was accused of underjudging the defendant’s motives.”

2. verb

to estimate or judge too low; to undervalue

“The economists warned that the company would underjudge the market demand.”

3. noun

a person who judges unfavorably

“The underjudge of the jury was criticized for their harsh verdict.”

4. verb

to judge (something) from an inadequate or superficial basis

“The politician was accused of underjudging the complexities of the economic crisis.”

Synonyms

  • misjudge
  • underestimate
  • undervalue

Antonyms

  • overestimate
  • overvalue