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Underdeveloped

Verb / ˌʌndɜ:dɪˈvelʌpt / Another word for underdeveloped — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Not having reached the level of development of other countries, regions, or people.

Synonyms & similar words

underdevelop developing undeveloped backward undeveloped uncivilized primitive uncultivated uncultured uneducated unenlightened uninformed unlearned unrefined unschooled untrained unworldly lagging slow sluggish behind

Example sentences

  1. The underdeveloped town did not have access to clean water.
  2. The underdeveloped country lacked basic infrastructure.
  3. The underdeveloped region was prone to natural disasters.
  4. The underdeveloped economy struggled to compete on a global scale.
  5. The underdeveloped community lacked access to education.

Quotes

  • The most powerful weapon in the world is the underdeveloped mind. - Bob Marley
  • Poverty is not being able to afford the basics of life. Underdeveloped is having the basics but nothing else. - Mokokoma Mokhonoana
  • Some people are so underdeveloped that they think loudness is a substitute for conviction. - Bryant H. McGill

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