GRE Word List
UNDERLYING
lying beneath or below
The meaning of the word underlying is lying beneath or below.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| asymmetric | having two sides or halves that are not the same : not symmetrical |
| ostracize | to exile by ostracism |
| dint | force |
| pretext | a purpose or motive alleged or an appearance assumed in order to cloak the real intention or state of affairs |
| gloss_over | explain away with the intention of deceiving or hiding faults |
| pendulous | poised without visible support |
| prop | something that props or sustains : support |
| onerous | involving, imposing, or constituting a burden : troublesome |
| matriculate | to enroll as a member of a body and especially of a college or university |
| foliage | a representation of leaves, flowers, and branches for architectural ornamentation |