It's frequently used to describe not things that are generally disliked but things that a lot of people like but don't love. ... You might argue that a movie is underrated when you think it's awesome but other people think it's just OK.

Is being underrated a compliment?

The definition of underrated is something that has not received the merit, recognition or praise it deserves. A movie that is really very good but that no one really pays attention to or praises is an example of an underrated movie.

What does it mean for a person to be underrated?

DEFINITIONS1. if a person or thing is underrated, especially a performer, writer, or sports player, most people do not recognize how good that person or thing really is. She is one of the league's most underrated players. He's seriously underrated as an actor. Synonyms and related words.