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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

underwhelm

/ˌʌndərˈhwɛm/ verb · British & US
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What does underwhelm mean?

verb

To fail to impress or overwhelm someone; to cause someone to feel a lack of excitement or enthusiasm.

Example

"The new restaurant failed to underwhelm its customers with its mediocre food and service."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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