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Vocabulary Entry
underdressed
|adjective • verb
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A
adjective
Not dressed appropriately for an occasion; lacking in formal or adequate clothing.
Example Sentences
"She felt underdressed at the gala in her casual outfit."
"His underdressed appearance made him stand out among the formally attired guests."
"Although he tried to blend in, he ended up feeling underdressed at the business meeting."
V
verb
To dress in a way that is not sufficient for the occasion (rarely used as a verb form).
Example Sentences
"If you underdress for the interview, it may give a bad impression."
"They decided to underdress for the picnic, opting for comfort over style."
"It’s easy to underdress when you underestimate the formality of the event."