undercurrent
The word “undercurrent” has 4 syllables: un-der-cur-rent
It's pronounced as /ˈʌn.dɚˌkɝːr.ənt/
What is synonym and antonym for undercurrent?
In the thesaurus, “undercurrent” has 46 synonyms.
Here are synonyms for undercurrent along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for undercurrent
- atmosphere
- aura
- countercurrent
- countertrend
- crosscurrent
- current
- curve
- custom
- direction
- downside
- drift
- eddy
- feeling
- flavor
- habit
- hint
- inclination
- indication
- insinuation
- intimation
- leaning
- murmur
- overtone
- propensity
- riptide
- run
- sense
- shift
- suggestion
- swing
- tendency
- tenor
- tide
- tinge
- trace
- trend
- turn
- turnabout
- underflow
- undertone
- undertow
- upside
- vibes
- vibrations
- way
- wind
Meanings of undercurrent
- noun
- A current of water which flows under the surface, and often in a different direction from surface currents.
- A tendency of feeling or opinion that is concealed rather than exposed.
- verb
- To flow under some surface.
Example Sentences
- There was an undercurrent of tension in the room that no one openly acknowledged.
- The politician's speech seemed calm, but there was an undercurrent of hostility beneath his words.
- An undercurrent of doubt ran through the group as they prepared for the important decision.
- Despite her cheerful demeanor, there was an undercurrent of sadness in her eyes.
- The conversation appeared friendly, but an undercurrent of competition was evident among the coworkers.
On this page you'll find 46 synonyms or another words to undercurrent, such as: atmosphere, aura, countercurrent, countertrend, crosscurrent, current, curve.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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