underdressed

Meanings

• Adjective

  Wearing less clothing than is considered appropriate or necessary for the prevailing weather.

  - "She was underdressed for the cold weather."
  - "The guests were underdressed for the formal event."

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Antonyms

overdress

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with underdressed
dressed , impressed , addressed , stressed

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Variants

List of all variants of underdressed that leads to same result
underdress , underdressed , underdresses , underdressing

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Etymology

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The term 'underdressed' is derived from the Old English word 'underdreosan' which means 'to clothe less'.

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Trivia

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1. In some cultures, being underdressed is considered a sign of respect, as it shows humility and modesty.

2. The term 'underwear' comes from the same root as 'underdressed'.

3. Being underdressed can also be dangerous, as it can lead to hypothermia or other health problems.

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Related Concepts

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1. Overdressed: Wearing more clothing than is necessary or appropriate for the prevailing weather or occasion.

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Culture

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Being underdressed can be seen as a sign of disrespect or lack of consideration for social norms and expectations.

How to Memorize "underdressed"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person going outside in cold weather wearing only a t-shirt and shorts. Try to visualize their discomfort and shivering.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'underdressed' with 'discomfort' or 'unprepared'. Try to remember the feeling of being underdressed and how it makes you feel.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'Under-dressed, Over-chilled' to help you remember the meaning of the word.

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