When a person is described as underemployed, it typically means that the person has a job but is overqualified for it. This can refer to situations where an individual's skills, experience, education, or training exceed the requirements of their current job, leading to underutilization of their capabilities and often resulting in lower wages than they are qualified to earn.
What does it mean when a person is underemployed?
The person is not making as much money as he or she needs.
The person is looking for work in a special field.
The person has a job but is overqualified for it.
The person has been working but now is laid off.
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