underrepresented

adjective

un·​der·​rep·​re·​sent·​ed ˌən-dər-ˌre-pri-ˈzen-təd How to pronounce underrepresented (audio)
: inadequately represented
underrepresentation noun

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By curating intentional spaces like the Kensington Grey Room, the agency continues to advance its mission of amplifying underrepresented voices and ensuring Black creators are positioned at the forefront of global fashion conversations. Corein Carter, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025 Charles is also the founder of a creative collective, Future of Creatives, which is focused on amplifying women of color and other underrepresented creators. Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 10 Sep. 2025 With her distinct ability to merge eras, mix high and low, and champion underrepresented talent, Akers has become one of fashion’s most influential and standout voices. Refinery29, 10 Sep. 2025 Companies that dropped diversity, equity, and inclusion report lower retention of underrepresented staff, fewer women and people of color in leadership, and overall morale declines. Essence, 9 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for underrepresented

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First Known Use

1853, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of underrepresented was in 1853

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“Underrepresented.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/underrepresented. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.

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