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Vocabulary Entry
underlying
|adjective • verb • noun
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A
adjective
Being beneath or hidden, often referring to a fundamental quality or cause.
Example Sentences
"The underlying problems in the economy need to be addressed."
"She explained the underlying principles of the theory."
"There are underlying motives that are not immediately obvious."
V
verb
To serve as a basis or support for something.
Example Sentences
"The data underlying the conclusion was compelling."
"New research will help to underline the importance of early education."
"These beliefs underlie his approach to education."
N
noun
Something that is beneath or forms the base for something else.
Example Sentences
"The underlying of the issue is more complex than it appears."
"In physics, the underlying of motion is often governed by gravity."
"The overall design relies on the underlying of sustainable practices."