Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
underachieve
verb
/ˌʌndəˈəˌtʃiv/
Definition
To perform less well than expected or not to reach one’s full potential.
Examples
- The student tends to underachieve in school despite having the ability to excel.
- Many factors can cause a person to underachieve in their career.
- It’s important to recognize when someone is underachieving and provide support.
Meaning
Underachieve refers to the act of failing to achieve a level of success that is expected based on one’s abilities or circumstances.
Synonyms
- Fail to succeed
- Underperform
- Fall short
