Meaning of the word underdeveloped in English

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underdeveloped

US /ˌʌn.də.dɚˈvel.əpt/

UK /ˌʌn.də.dɚˈvel.əpt/

not fully developed or grown; immature

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The plant's roots were underdeveloped due to poor soil conditions.

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His social skills are still quite underdeveloped.

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immature rudimentary nascent

Synonym:

developed mature advanced

(of a country or region) not having a high level of economic development

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Many underdeveloped countries struggle with poverty and lack of infrastructure.

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The government is implementing policies to help underdeveloped regions.

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developing less developed third world

Synonym:

developed advanced industrialized

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