Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
underlying reason
phrase
/ˈʌndərˌlaɪɪŋ ˈriːzən/
Definition
The fundamental cause or explanation for something, often a situation or problem, that is not immediately obvious.
Examples
- Understanding the underlying reason for his behavior can help resolve the conflict.
- The underlying reason for the economic downturn was a series of poor financial decisions.
- She searched for the underlying reason why the project failed.
Meaning
An underlying reason refers to the deeper, often hidden motivation or rationale behind a specific occurrence or decision.
Synonyms
- Root cause
- Fundamental reason
- Basic justification
