Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
underkill
verb
/ˈʌndərˌkɪl/
Definition
To fail to kill or eliminate completely, especially when there is an expectation to do so.
Examples
- The party’s efforts to underkill the competition allowed their rivals to make a comeback.
- He realized that he had underkilled the weeds in his garden, as they quickly returned.
- In an attempt to save costs, the team underkilled the project, leading to unsatisfactory results.
Meaning
The act of not applying enough force or effort to adequately accomplish a task or to fully eradicate something.
Synonyms
- Neglect
- Overlook
- Undermine
