Underearn
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Underearn is a verb meaning (transitive) To earn less than.
Meaning
(transitive) To earn less than.
More Meanings
- (intransitive) To earn less than might be expected.
Example Sentences
Those who underearn should avoid overspending.
“They have a dominant retail position in a high-service business, yet significantly underearn other high-service-oriented retail segments,” Mr. Balter wrote in a research note after Guitar Center made its announcement.
Word Forms
- underearns
- underearning
- underearned
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include underget, underpay, undereat, underween, underdo, unearn.
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