underlies
The word “underlies” has 3 syllables: un-der-lies
It's pronounced as /ˌʌn.dɚˈlaɪz/
What is synonym and antonym for underlies?
In the thesaurus, “underlies” has 37 synonyms and 3 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for underlies along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for underlies
- affirms
- assumes
- avouches
- backs
- bases
- bears
- bolsters
- braces
- buttresses
- carries
- confirms
- corroborates
- establishes
- founds
- grounds
- hangs
- postulates
- predicates
- premises
- presumes
- presupposes
- proves
- reenforces
- reinforces
- rests
- stays
- steadies
- substantiates
- supports
- supposes
- sustains
- trusses
- undergirds
- underpins
- upholds
- validates
- verifies
Antonyms for underlies
Meanings of underlies
- verb
- To lie in a position directly beneath.
- To lie under or beneath.
- To serve as a basis of; form the foundation of.
- To be subject to; be liable to answer, as a charge or challenge.
- To underlay.
Example Sentences
- A strong ethical framework underlies their business decisions.
- The scientific theory that underlies this model is well-established.
- Trust underlies every healthy relationship.
- The bedrock that underlies the region is primarily granite.
- The philosophy that underlies his artwork is rooted in minimalism.
On this page you'll find 40 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to underlies, such as: affirms, assumes, avouches, backs, bases, bears, bolsters.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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- steadies
- supports
- sustains
- trusses
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- upholds