UNDERLYING
Scrabble letter values: U1N1D2E1R1L1Y4I1N1G2 = 15
Definition
- adjective in the nature of something though not readily apparent. — synonyms: implicit_in(p), inherent
- adjective located beneath or below.
- adjective being or involving basic facts or principles. — synonyms: fundamental, rudimentary
Examples
- “shortcomings inherent in our approach”
- “an underlying meaning”
- “the fundamental laws of the universe”