underdiagnosed
underdiagnosed adjective: diagnosed less frequently than its occurrence.
Adjective
underdiagnosed (comparative more underdiagnosed, superlative most underdiagnosed)
- diagnosed less frequently than its occurrence.
- Mood disorders, such as anxiety disorders and major depression, are often described as underdiagnosed and undertreated, in part because people with the disorders often do not seek treatment.
Antonyms of underdiagnosed
Forms of underdiagnosed
| comparative | more underdiagnosed |
|---|---|
| superlative | most underdiagnosed |
Origin of underdiagnosed
From under- + diagnosed.
Questions about underdiagnosed
- What does underdiagnosed mean?
- Underdiagnosed means diagnosed less frequently than its occurrence.
- What part of speech is underdiagnosed?
- Underdiagnosed is an adjective.
Words near underdiagnosed in the dictionary
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