GRE Word List

UNDERLYING

lying beneath or below

The meaning of the word underlying is lying beneath or below.

Random words

WordMeaning
encroachmentto enter by gradual steps or by stealth into the possessions or rights of another
plumpto drop, sink, or come in contact suddenly or heavily
factotuma person having many diverse activities or responsibilities
well-bredhaving or displaying the politeness and good manners associated especially with people of high social class
germinateto cause to sprout or develop
seasonablesuitable to the season or circumstances : timely
acnea disorder of the skin caused by inflammation of the skin glands and hair follicles
rampantrearing upon the hind legs with forelegs extended
suppositionsomething that is supposed : hypothesis
subdueto conquer and bring into subjection : vanquish