understating

[US]/ˌʌndəˈsteɪtɪŋ/
[UK]/ˌʌndərˈsteɪtɪŋ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.to express or present something with restraint or in a minimal way; to say or report less than the actual amount

Phrases & Collocations

understating facts

understating issues

understating risks

understating value

understating problems

understating importance

understating impact

understating performance

understating achievements

understating contributions

Example Sentences

he is understating the importance of this project.

by understating her achievements, she was being modest.

understating the risks can lead to serious consequences.

he tends to be understating when discussing his skills.

understating the problem doesn't help anyone.

she was understating her role in the team's success.

it's dangerous to be understating the effects of climate change.

understating your feelings can lead to misunderstandings.

he has a habit of understating the challenges we face.

understating the situation may cause more harm than good.

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