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under supported
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "under supported" is not correct in standard written English; it should be "undersupported" as a single word.
You can use it when describing a situation where something or someone lacks adequate support or resources. Example: "The project was ultimately unsuccessful because it was undersupported from the beginning."
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
Science
News & Media
Alternative expressions(20)
poorly supported
lacking support
under-resourced
underfunded
unassisted
neglected
under review
being monitored
subject to surveillance
under supervised
under investigation
under observations
receiving ongoing care
under confirmed
under follow-up
followed clinically
under following
under the tracking
under followed
under implemented
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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
5 human-written examples
Our findings strongly endorse the desire for supportive supervision approaches both from APEs and from supervisors, who feel under supported and lack role modelling of supportive supervision approaches themselves.
Science
Project home page: https://github.com/mordred-descriptor. Operation system: Platform independent (the version of OS and browsers should be under supported).
Science
Under supported conditions Parkinsonian subjects progressively failed to suppress MLRs and LLRs to perturbation (as it happened in controls) with increasing disease severity.
This survey showed that the uptake of ACP in HCP settings is low, with case managers reporting they are under supported to undertake ACP discussions with clients and lack experience and training with ACP.
Science
Under supported business and IPS models of supported employment there remains the potential for a proportion of individuals to continue to experience barriers to gaining and maintaining employment, such as stigma and the pressure of work whilst coping with mental illness.
Science
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Similar Expressions
55 human-written examples
Under Supporting People councils will take over the funding, planning and commissioning of all housing-related support services from housing benefit and the Housing Corporation.
News & Media
To see the edited proposal, click here under "Supporting Documents" http://www.regulations.gov/#!docketDetail D=FDA-2014-N-0189.
News & Media
One attacked the slaver's factory and the other their nearby Boma under supporting artillery fire from the steamer.
Wiki
Fifty-one percent of women who terminate pregnancies are 24 and under, supporting Levitt's finding that these women will likely give birth later in their lives.
News & Media
A detailed description of the methods used in this study can be found under Supporting Information.
Science
This study investigates the initial changes in pressure support from levels of over- and under-support.
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When indicating a lack of support, prefer using "undersupported" (one word) or alternatives like "insufficiently supported" or "poorly supported" for better clarity and grammatical correctness.
Common error
Avoid using "under supported" as two separate words. The correct form is "undersupported" (one word) or using alternative phrases like "insufficiently supported" which will ensure grammatical accuracy and avoid ambiguity.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "under supported" functions as an adjective phrase aiming to describe something lacking adequate support. Although Ludwig AI flags this as not correct, examples show its usage in various contexts.
Frequent in
Science
70%
News & Media
30%
Formal & Business
0%
Less common in
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Encyclopedias
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Reference
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
The phrase "under supported" is typically used to describe something lacking sufficient support or resources. However, Ludwig AI flags this as grammatically incorrect and suggests the single-word form "undersupported" or alternative phrases like "insufficiently supported" or "poorly supported". While "under supported" appears in various contexts, primarily in scientific and news-related content, it's essential to prioritize grammatical accuracy, especially in formal writing. By opting for grammatically correct alternatives, you can enhance clarity and credibility.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
insufficiently supported
Replaces "under" with "insufficiently" to denote a lack of adequate support.
poorly supported
Emphasizes the low quality or inadequacy of the support provided.
inadequately resourced
Focuses on the lack of sufficient resources, which often implies a lack of support.
lacking support
Directly states the absence of support.
under-resourced
Uses a compound adjective to describe the lack of resources.
underfunded
Specifically refers to a lack of financial support.
without adequate backing
Highlights the absence of necessary backing or endorsement.
unsustained
Indicates a lack of continued support or maintenance.
unassisted
Focuses on the absence of help or aid.
neglected
Suggests a lack of attention and care, implying a lack of support.
FAQs
What is the correct way to write "under supported"?
The grammatically correct way to write this concept is as one word: "undersupported". Alternatively, you can use phrases like "insufficiently supported" or "poorly supported".
When should I use "undersupported"?
Use "undersupported" to describe something or someone that lacks adequate resources or assistance. For example, "The project was "insufficiently supported" from the beginning".
What are some alternatives to saying "under supported"?
Instead of "under supported", you can use alternatives such as ""insufficiently supported"", "poorly supported", or "inadequately resourced".
Is "under supported" grammatically correct?
No, "under supported" is generally considered grammatically incorrect in standard written English. The correct form is "undersupported" or using alternative phrasing. Ludwig AI suggests that you can improve your expression by using a more suitable alternative.
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Usage summary
Human-verified examples
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Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
82%
Authority and reliability
3.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested