Underplayed

Pronunciation: /ˌʌndərˈpleɪd/

Underplayed (adj)

  1. Not shown or discussed as much as it should be, so its importance feels smaller than it really is.
  2. Performed with less energy, emotion, or loudness than expected, making the effect seem weaker.
  3. Treated in a way that avoids drawing attention, often to reduce impact or controversy.

Underplayed (adjective)

Examples

  • The problem was underplayed in the report.
  • The risks are underplayed when details are missing.