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Underpaid

Verb / ˈʌndɜ:ˈpeɪd / Another word for underpaid — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

not paid enough for the work that has been done

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Example sentences

  1. 1. She felt underpaid for the work she did.
  2. 2. The underpaid workers went on strike to demand better wages.
  3. 3. The company was criticized for their underpaid employees.
  4. 4. The teacher felt underpaid for the amount of time she spent grading papers.
  5. 5. The underpaid janitorial staff worked tirelessly to keep the building clean.

Quotes

  • 1. "I don't think people realize how hard it is to make ends meet when you're underpaid." - Rosario Dawson
  • 2. "I was underpaid my whole career." - Sidney Poitier
  • 3. "I was underpaid at the beginning of my career." - Michelle Pfeiffer

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