Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

underwriting

Noun
/ˈʌndərˌraɪtɪŋ/
Definition
The process of evaluating the risk of insuring or financing an entity or individual.
Examples
  • The bank’s underwriting process helped them determine whether to approve the loan.
  • Underwriting is crucial in the insurance industry to manage risk effectively.
Meaning
Underwriting involves assessing the potential risks involved in providing insurance or loans and deciding the terms under which the coverage or financing will be offered.
Synonyms
  • Evaluation
  • Assessment
  • Insurance risk analysis