understatement (Noun)
An understatement is a statement that represents something as smaller, less intense, or less important than it actually is. It is frequently used for ironic, humorous, or polite effect in both spoken and written English.
Think of an 'under' statement as a 'ladder' where the truth is at the top, but you are standing on the bottom rung. You...
Using 'understatement' as a verb. → To understate.
Thinking an understatement is a lie. → It's a rhetorical device.
Unlock all results
more results are waiting for you!
Sign up free to unlock 176,000+ vocabulary items, phrases, and grammar rules
Start Learning FreeCancel anytime during your trial.
Hmm, we couldn't find that...
Try a different search term or adjust your filters. Maybe try a simpler word?
💡 Try searching for
Let's find something awesome!
Search vocabulary, phrases, grammar rules, videos, and more
Recent Searches
Popular Searches
Start typing to explore
Find vocabulary, phrases, grammar rules, videos, blog posts, and country articles.
