Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
underkeep
verb
/ˌʌndərˈkiːp/
Definition
The act of maintaining or supporting something at a lower level than what is required.
Examples
- The company decided to underkeep the facilities, leading to a decline in employee morale.
- Failure to properly underkeep the equipment caused numerous malfunctions.
Meaning
Underkeep refers to the practice of providing insufficient maintenance or support for an object, system, or set of standards.
Synonyms
- Neglect
- Underfund
- Overlook
