underlie

• 动词，表示某事物是另一事物的基础、根据或隐藏的原因。

A verb used to indicate being the foundation, basis, or hidden cause of something.

不规则动词

1. Be the foundation ofC1formal

   To be the basis or foundation for something, often an idea, theory, or system.

   构成基础

   • Several key principles underlie the theory of evolution.
   • Trust and communication underlie a healthy relationship.
   • Economic factors underlie many political decisions.

   同义词basegroundsupportunderpin

2. Lie beneathC1formal

   To be located or situated beneath something else.

   位于下方

   • A layer of rock underlies the topsoil in this region.
   • The bedrock underlies the entire mountain range.
   • Ancient ruins underlie the modern city.