underlying
Prononciation : [ˌʌndərˈlaɪɪŋ]
Mot
Contexte : « relationship »
(adjective) something that is the basic cause or reason for something else. It’s like the hidden reason behind what you see on the surface.
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The underlying problem in the story was the character's fear of failing.
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There was no underlying issue; everything seemed fine on the outside.
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What is the underlying reason for their disagreement?
Contexte : « similarity »
(adjective) something that is beneath the surface or not immediately obvious. It’s there, but you have to look closer to see it.
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The underlying patterns in the artwork made it more beautiful when you noticed them.
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There were no underlying textures in the painting; it looked very flat.
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What underlying themes can we find in the movie?
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