GRE Word List

UNDERLYING

lying beneath or below

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

Random words

WordMeaning
hazarda source of danger
makeshifta usually crude and temporary expedient : substitute
mettlevigor and strength of spirit or temperament (see temperament
daisa raised platform (as in a hall or large room)
parsimonythe quality of being careful with money or resources : thrift
legerdemainsleight of hand
ingenioushaving or showing an unusual aptitude for discovering, inventing, or contriving
bacchanaliaa Roman festival of Bacchus celebrated with dancing, song, and revelry
mediateoccupying a middle position
gratuitysomething given voluntarily or beyond obligation usually for some service