underrepresented

adjective

un·​der·​rep·​re·​sent·​ed ˌən-dər-ˌre-pri-ˈzen-təd How to pronounce underrepresented (audio)
: inadequately represented
underrepresentation noun

Examples of underrepresented in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Gold House will present the inaugural Cultural Impact award to a filmmaker across the showcase’s categories whose work exemplifies excellence in multicultural narratives or underrepresented perspectives. Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 8 May 2024 The fellows – who must be passionate about producing stories from underrepresented perspectives – will also receive mentorship and training via masterclasses, one-on-one coaching from creative executives and meet-and-greets with industry leaders. Rebecca Sun, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for underrepresented 

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Word History

First Known Use

1853, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of underrepresented was in 1853

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“Underrepresented.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/underrepresented. Accessed 13 May. 2024.

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