understates

[US]/ˌʌndəˈsteɪts/
[UK]/ˌʌndərˈsteɪts/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.to express or state something with restraint or less emphasis; to say or report less than the actual amount

Phrases & Collocations

understates the facts

understates the issue

understates the impact

understates the risks

understates the importance

understates the benefits

understates the problem

understates the challenges

understates the success

understates the value

Example Sentences

the report understates the challenges we face.

he often understates his achievements.

the movie understates the impact of the event.

she tends to understates her role in the project.

the teacher understates the importance of homework.

his comments understates the team's efforts.

the article understates the severity of the issue.

they often understates the risks involved.

the analysis understates the benefits of the solution.

her speech understates the urgency of climate change.

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