Underlying motive Synonyms

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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

Synonyms for phrase

UM abbreviation

UM is an abbreviation for Underlying Motive
What does UM stand for?
UM stands for "Underlying Motive"

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Definitions for Motive


  • (noun) a major object of interest or concern (as in a discussion or artistic composition )
  • (noun) a unit of decoration that is repeated all over something (as a fabric )
  • (noun) something (as a belief ) that serves as the basis for another thing