GRE Word List
UNDERLYING
lying beneath or below
The meaning of the word underlying is lying beneath or below.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| misogynist | a person who hates or discriminates against women : a misogynistic person |
| tenet | a principle, belief, or doctrine generally held to be true |
| sepulcher | a place of burial : tomb |
| crone | a cruel or ugly old woman |
| nuance | a subtle distinction or variation |
| quip | a clever usually taunting remark : gibe |
| omniscient | having infinite awareness, understanding, and insight |
| preeminent | having paramount rank, dignity, or importance : outstanding |
| jumble | to move in a confused or disordered manner |
| insomnia | prolonged and usually abnormal inability to get enough sleep especially due to trouble falling asleep or staying asleep |