underrepresented

adjective

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

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Netflix will also continue to support Shondaland’s inclusion initiatives, such as the Ladder Program, to help train underrepresented below-the-line creatives. — Peter White, Deadline, 25 Aug. 2026 Netflix will also continue to support Shondaland’s inclusion initiatives like Ladder Program, to help train underrepresented below the line creatives. — Joe Otterson, Variety, 25 Aug. 2026 Netflix will also continue supporting Shondaland’s inclusion efforts, including a program to train underrepresented below-the-line creatives called the Ladder Program. — Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 25 Aug. 2026 The awards champion underrepresented voices and independent creators, providing a dedicated platform for recognition and community growth. — Frank Racioppi, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for underrepresented

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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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