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Definition of underexposed

underexposed

/ˌʌn.dər.ɪkˈspoʊzd/
un · der · ex · posed
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underexposed Lexical Profile

underexposed Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Having been exposed to insufficient light during photography, resulting in an image that is too dark and lacks detail in the shadows.

Example

"Because the camera's shutter speed was set too fast for the dimly lit room, the resulting portrait was severely underexposed."

2

Having received insufficient public attention, media coverage, or experience with something.

Example

"The festival aims to showcase independent filmmakers whose work remains largely underexposed in mainstream cinemas."

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• Rhymes for underexposed

• Nearby Words

underevaluate
underexploited
underexpose
underexposed
underexposure
underfed
underfeed

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Underexposed. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/underexposed
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