underlie

[US]/ˌʌndəˈlaɪ/
[UK]/ˌʌndərˈlaɪ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

vt. to be located or exist beneath (something) forming the basis or cause; to be the cause of.
Word Forms
Past Participleunderlay
Present Participleunderlying
Third Person Singularunderlies
Past Tenseunderlay

Example Sentences

Many factors underlie my decision.

the fundamental issue which underlies the conflict.

Dividends for preferred stock underlie those of common stock.

I think a lack of confidence underlies his manner.

Trust and communication underlie a strong relationship.

Basic principles underlie all scientific theories.

Cultural differences often underlie misunderstandings.

Emotions underlie our decision-making process.

Personal values underlie ethical behavior.

Economic factors underlie the stock market fluctuations.

Historical events underlie current political tensions.

Scientific evidence underlies the theory of evolution.

Cognitive processes underlie human decision-making.

Emotional intelligence underlies effective leadership.

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