Cool MateMeaning of Underlie
In simple words: to be the basis or cause of something
Underlie in a sentence
How to use Underlie
Used mostly in academic or formal contexts; not common in everyday conversation. Be careful to use it in discussions about theories or ideas.
Grammar pattern
underlie + object
Memory hint
Think of 'underlying' issues that are hidden beneath the surface.
Related words
Collocations with Underlie
- underlie beliefs
- underlie principles
- underlie issues
Synonyms for Underlie
- form the basis of
- support
- subjacent to
- underpin
Opposites of Underlie
- overlie
- mask
Common mistakes with Underlie
- 'Underly' is incorrectly used instead of 'underlie'.
- Confused with 'underlined', which has a different meaning.
- Using 'underlie' in a non-causal context.
Underlie appears in
Underlie in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
يؤسس، يكون أساساً
أن تكون الأساس أو السبب لشيء ما
- Bengaliবাংলা
অন্তর্নিহিত থাকা
কোনো কিছুর ভিত্তি বা কারণ হওয়া।
- GermanDeutsch
zugrunde liegen
die Basis oder Ursache von etwas sein
- SpanishEspañol
Subyacer
ser la base o causa de algo
- Persianفارسی
پایهگذاری کردن، زیرساخت بودن
به عنوان اساس یا علت چیزی بودن
- FrenchFrançais
Sous-tendre
Être la base ou la cause de quelque chose.
- Hindiहिन्दी
अंतर्निहित होना
किसी चीज़ का आधार या कारण होना।
- ItalianItaliano
Stare alla base di, Essere alla radice di
Essere la causa o il motivo di qualcosa.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Subjacente
ser a base ou a causa de algo
- RussianРусский
лежать в основе, составлять основу
быть основой или причиной чего-либо
- Urduاردو
بنیاد ہونا، اساس ہونا
کسی چیز کی بنیاد یا وجہ ہونا۔
- Chinese中文
基础，根本原因
作为某事的基础或原因
More words like Underlie
- Support
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- AbilityA2
the fact that somebody/something is able to do something
- AbruptB1
Happening suddenly and unexpectedly.
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbstractB2
based on general ideas and not on any particular real person, thing or situation
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Frequently asked questions about Underlie
What does Underlie mean?
to be the basis or cause of something
What is the definition of Underlie?
To be the foundation or basis for something.
How do you use Underlie in a sentence?
Several factors underlie the success of the project.
Can you give another example of Underlie?
Economic theories often underlie government policies.
What are synonyms for Underlie?
Common alternatives include form the basis of, support, subjacent to, underpin.
What is the opposite of Underlie?
Opposite meanings include overlie, mask.
What words go with Underlie?
It commonly pairs with underlie beliefs, underlie principles, underlie issues.
What are common mistakes when using Underlie?
'Underly' is incorrectly used instead of 'underlie'. Confused with 'underlined', which has a different meaning. Using 'underlie' in a non-causal context.
How do you pronounce Underlie?
US: //ˌʌndərˈlaɪ//, UK: //ʌndəˈlaɪ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Underlie?
Used mostly in academic or formal contexts; not common in everyday conversation. Be careful to use it in discussions about theories or ideas.
What CEFR level is Underlie?
"Underlie" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.