shortchanged

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Term: Shortchanged

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense 1:

Definition: To receive less than what was expected or deserved, especially in terms of money or services.

Example sentence: After waiting for hours at the restaurant, I felt shortchanged when the waiter brought me the wrong order.

Sense 2:

Definition: To not receive the full amount of change or money owed after a transaction.

Example sentence: The cashier made a mistake and shortchanged me $10. I had to go back and correct the error.

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1:

Definition: Feeling unfairly treated or deprived; not given adequate value or attention.

Example sentence: The employees were shortchanged with low wages despite their hard work and dedication.

Sense 2:

Definition: Having an insufficient amount of something, especially time or resources.

Example sentence: The team was shortchanged on preparation time for the project, which affected the quality of their work.