GRE Word List
UNDERLYING
lying beneath or below
The meaning of the word underlying is lying beneath or below.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| berate | to scold or condemn vehemently and at length |
| simplistic | excessively simple or simplified : treating a problem or subject with false simplicity by omitting or ignoring complicating factors or details |
| jabber | to talk rapidly, indistinctly, or unintelligibly |
| jollity | the quality or state of being jolly : merriment |
| shaving | the act of one that shaves |
| witless | destitute of wit or understanding : foolish |
| testy | easily annoyed : irritable |
| occlude | to close up or block off : obstruct |
| contrive | devise |
| elaboration | planned or carried out with great care |