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underperform

/ˌʌndərˈpɜːrfɔːrm/ verb · British & US
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What does underperform mean?

verb

To perform or achieve less than expected or required; to fail to meet a standard or target.

Example

"The company's sales have been underperforming in the past quarter, leading to a decline in stock value."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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