Underlying - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |ˌʌndərˈlaɪɪŋ|  American pronunciation of the word underlying
Brit.  |ʌndəˈlaɪɪŋ|  British pronunciation of the word underlying
- this word is used as a present participle form of the verb 'to be'to underlie

adjective

- in the nature of something though not readily apparent (syn: inherent)
an underlying meaning
- located beneath or below
- being or involving basic facts or principles (syn: fundamental, rudimentary)
underlying principles

Extra examples

...the underlying differences between democracy and dictatorship...

Her plan is based on the underlying assumption that the economy will improve in the near future.

The quest for power is the underlying theme of the film.

To anyone ignorant of the underlying physics, it might seem the most arrogant and pretentious necromancy.

These superficial changes don't address the underlying problem.

There was an underlying current of discontent among teachers.

We are hoping to gain a better understanding of the underlying process.

Even so, the underlying trend is positive.

There is an underlying assumption that younger workers are easier to train.

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