Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word Something that serves as a foundation or is hidden beneath.
Underlying
/ˌʌndəˈlaɪ-ɪŋ/Synonyms:
Antonyms:
Examples:
The underlying theme of the novel is redemption.
Economic factors are the underlying cause of inflation.
Her calmness is due to underlying confidence.
Etymology:
The word underlying originates from Middle English, derived from underliegen, combining under (below) and liegen (to lie), related to the Old English underlicgan.
Usage Statistics:
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