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underlying

[uhn-der-lahy-ing] / ˈʌn dərˌlaɪ ɪŋ /

ADJECTIVE

fundamental, latent

Synonyms

STRONGEST

basic elemental hidden

STRONG

bottom concealed lurking prime root veiled

WEAK

basal bottom-line cardinal critical crucial elementary essential indispensable intrinsic necessary needful nitty-gritty nub primary primitive radical substratal vital

Antonyms

WEAK

secondary

Example Sentences

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Underlying SpaceX’s record-breaking initial public offering is an equally jaw-dropping set of financial projections hinging on future markets like orbital data centers, space tourism, asteroid mining and more.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 6, 2026

Underlying Capgemini’s annual report this year are warning signs for the wealth management industry.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

Underlying profit came in 12% higher at 3.56 billion euros, against expectations of 3.47 billion euros taken from a company-compiled consensus.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

Underlying the analysis is a database of ICE I-213 records obtained by the University of Washington.

From Salon • Mar. 24, 2026

Underlying his actions may have been bureau researchers’ distaste for “relic hunters” like Abbott, whom they viewed as publicity-seeking quacks.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann

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