undersize

/ˌəndərsaɪz/

Definitions

1. noun

something that is smaller than the standard or usual size

“The undersize clothes were on sale at the discount store.”

2. verb

to make something smaller in size

“The manufacturer undersized the components to reduce production costs.”

3. adjective

smaller than the standard or usual size

“The undersize shoes were too small for my feet.”

Synonyms

  • small
  • undersized

Antonyms

  • larger
  • oversize