Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
underlie
verb
/ˌʌndərˈlaɪ/
Definition
To be the basis or foundation of something.
Examples
- The issues that underlie the conflict are complex.
- Many theories underlie the study of human behavior.
Meaning
To serve as a fundamental principle or support for something else.
Synonyms
- Foundation
- Support
- Base
- Ground
- Cornerstone
