Underlying premise 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 Premise


  • (noun) something taken as being true or factual and used as a starting point for a course of action or reasoning
  • (verb) to take as true or as a fact without actual proof
  • (noun) a statement that is assumed to be true and from which a conclusion can be drawn