GRE Word List

UNDERLYING

lying beneath or below

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

Random words

WordMeaning
irrelevantnot relevant : inapplicable
carnivoroussubsisting or feeding on animal tissues
complementaryserving to fill out or complete
bucolicof or relating to shepherds or herdsmen : pastoral
delusionsomething that is falsely or delusively believed or propagated
odiumthe state or fact of being subjected to hatred and contempt as a result of a despicable act or blameworthy circumstance
commodiouscomfortably or conveniently spacious : roomy
cavilto raise trivial and frivolous objection
collectedgathered together
gloatto observe or think about something with triumphant and often malicious satisfaction, gratification, or delight