GRE Word List

UNDERLYING

lying beneath or below

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

Random words

WordMeaning
delineateto describe, portray, or set forth with accuracy or in detail
insouciantlighthearted unconcern : nonchalance
volubleeasily rolling or turning : rotating
outstripto go faster or farther than
slinkto go or move stealthily or furtively (as in fear or shame) : steal
ferventvery hot : glowing
venerateto regard with reverential respect or with admiring deference
reduceto draw together or cause to converge : consolidate
discerningshowing insight and understanding : discriminating
indiscriminatenot marked by careful distinction : deficient in discrimination and discernment