Comparative for not fully physically grown or mature
“A delicate and underdeveloped child of ten was seized by a healthy and well-built woman in her twenties.”
Comparative for in an immature or embryonic state
“We have already mentioned that great ideas start as skinny, weak, underdeveloped ideas.”
Comparative for having a low level of economic productivity and technological sophistication
“These increasing disparities are dangerous for the underdeveloped countries.”
(in size) Comparative for very small in size
Comparative for of or denoting a simple, naive style or manner
Comparative for relating to, or denoting, a non-industrial society or culture
Comparative for mentally deficient or underdeveloped
Comparative for lacking in professional experience
Comparative for small, thin and weak in build or structure
Comparative for for, or denoting, young or younger people
(rare) Comparative for lacking in education
Comparative for not fully thought through, or lacking a sound basis
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