GRE Word List
UNDERLYING
lying beneath or below
The meaning of the word underlying is lying beneath or below.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| dyslexia | a variable often familial learning disability involving difficulties in acquiring and processing language that is typically manifested by a lack of proficiency in reading, spelling, and writing |
| vigilant | alertly watchful especially to avoid danger |
| deface | to mar the appearance of : injure by effacing significant details |
| tantamount | equivalent in value, significance, or effect |
| equitable | having or exhibiting equity : dealing fairly and equally with all concerned |
| parameter | an arbitrary constant whose value characterizes a member of a system (such as a family of curves) |
| curtail | to make less by or as if by cutting off or away some part |
| elusive | tending to elude: such as |
| astringent | causing a tightening of soft organic tissues : styptic |
| stodgy | having a rich filling quality : heavy |