underpaid
0 synonyms and 1 antonyms for underpaid, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Paid too little for the work done.
Antonyms
overpaid
How to use underpaid
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
overworked and underpaid
chronically underpaid
underpaid workers
Etymology
From under- ("too little") plus paid, the past tense of pay.
Full origin of underpaid →Frequently asked questions
What does “underpaid” mean?
The word “underpaid” means paid too little for the work done. In plain terms, not receiving enough money for the amount or value of work you do.
How do you use “underpaid” in a sentence?
Here is “underpaid” used in a sentence: “Many care workers feel overworked and underpaid.”
What is the opposite of “underpaid”?
The opposite of “underpaid” — its antonyms — is overpaid.
What part of speech is “underpaid”?
“Underpaid” is an adjective.