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/ˌʌndərɛkˈsɜːrt/ · un.der.ex.ert
verb
  1. to apply less than the maximum amount of effort or force The athlete was accused of underexerting herself during the competition, which led to a disappointing finish.
  2. to fail to use one's full potential or abilities The company's underexertion in the marketing department led to a decline in sales.
noun
  1. a lack of effort or application The team's underexertion was evident in their lackluster performance on the field.
Did you know? The concept of underexertion is often associated with the idea of 'burnout', a state of physical, emotional, or mental exhaustion caused by prolonged stress, overwork, or underexertion.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 15, 2026