undercurrents

The word “undercurrents” has 4 syllables: un-der-cur-rents

It's pronounced as /ˈʌn.dɚˌkɝːr.ənts/


What is synonym and antonym for undercurrents?

In the thesaurus, “undercurrents” has 25 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for undercurrents along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for undercurrents

  • counter-trends
  • countercurrents
  • countertrends
  • currents
  • curves
  • customs
  • directions
  • downsides
  • drifts
  • habits
  • leanings
  • propensities
  • runs
  • shifts
  • swings
  • tendencies
  • tenors
  • tides
  • trends
  • turnabouts
  • turns
  • undertows
  • upsides
  • ways
  • winds

Meanings of undercurrents

  • noun
    1. A current of water which flows under the surface, and often in a different direction from surface currents.
    2. A tendency of feeling or opinion that is concealed rather than exposed.
  • verb
    1. To flow under some surface.

Example Sentences

  • There were several undercurrents of disagreement in the meeting that went unnoticed by the manager.
  • The undercurrents of political tension became more apparent as the election neared.
  • Despite the calm surface, there were strong undercurrents of anxiety in the crowd.
  • The undercurrents of distrust between the two leaders led to a breakdown in negotiations.
  • The film subtly portrays the undercurrents of social inequality that shape the characters' lives.

On this page you'll find 25 synonyms or another words to undercurrents, such as: counter-trends, countercurrents, countertrends, currents, curves, customs, directions.

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