Underlying assumption Synonyms

Definitions for Underlying


  • (adjective) of or relating to the simplest facts or theories of a subject
  • (adjective) in the nature of something though not readily apparent
  • (adjective) being or involving basic facts or principles

Definitions for Assumption


  • (noun) something taken as being true or factual and used as a starting point for a course of action or reasoning
  • (noun) an exaggerated sense of one's importance that shows itself in the making of excessive or unjustified claims
  • (noun) the act of assuming or taking for granted