under 1 of 3

preposition

Definition of undernext
as in beneath
in a lower position than the cat is hiding under the bed

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under

2 of 3

adverb

ˈən-dər How to pronounce under (audio)
as in underneath
in or to a lower place crouch down under where they won't see you

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under

3 of 3

adjective

as in below

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Recent Examples of under
Preposition
Making short-haul rail more competitive Parallel argues that its system could open routes that are currently difficult for conventional rail services to serve economically, particularly journeys under 500 miles. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 11 Oct. 2026 The Social Security Trustees project that the Old-Age and Survivors Insurance Trust Fund, which pays retirement and survivor benefits, will deplete its reserves in the fourth quarter of 2032 under current law. — Ray R. Harris, Fortune, 11 Oct. 2026
Adverb
The Rays have Yankee-killer Drew Rasmussen, a somewhat under-appreciated pitching staff, strong defense and a bunch of hitters who could get key knocks or put pressure on the Yankees’ defense. — The Athletic Mlb Staff, New York Times, 3 Oct. 2026 The protestors say France’s education sector is under-resourced and overstretched. — Joseph Ataman, CNN Money, 2 Oct. 2026
Adjective
Harper was only too happy to share his memories of growing up and winning championships with Team USA in an 18-and-under tournament in Venezuela and a 16-and-under tournament in Mexico. — Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 10 Sep. 2026 An under-display camera for video calls While some Android phones have had this for years – starting with the ZTE Axon 20 in 2020 – Apple's finally gotten around to hiding a camera beneath the display. — New Atlas, 10 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for under
Recent Examples of Synonyms for under
  1. beneath
  2. underneath
  3. below
  4. lower
  5. low-grade
  6. lowly
  7. bottom
  8. nether
Preposition
  • Gavras, meanwhile, wore a white suit beneath a long black coat for Friday’s gala, finishing his outfit with black leather loafers featuring metal hardware.
    — Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 10 Oct. 2026
  • As two formidable women go head-to-head, their battle for the soul of Longview exposes the secrets, resentments, and desires lurking beneath its picture-perfect surface.
    — Matt Grobar, Deadline, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of beneath
Adverb
  • In our conspiratorial age, the idea that there are fine, obscure relationships between seemingly disparate things is a thought seductive on the surface but oftentimes shallow underneath.
    — Stephanie Wambugu, Vulture, 12 Oct. 2026
  • Since mid-August the stock has been building a tight range between $183 and $195, with the rising 50-day climbing up underneath to meet it.
    — Josh Brown,Sean Russo, CNBC, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of underneath
Adjective
  • Listen to Manganiello read the below passage in a clip from the Bloodlines audiobook.
    — Joe Manganiello, HollywoodReporter, 8 Oct. 2026
  • But what is remarkable is the below list’s content and scope.
    — Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of below
Adjective
  • Despite those lower court rulings, the practice has continued nationally, said Gregory Chen, the senior director of government relations for the Immigration Lawyers Association.
    — Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 3 Sep. 2025
  • And ultimately, the Supreme Court overruled those lower court rulings and did declare the embryos as children qualifying under the wrongful death statute.
    — Dana Taylor, USA TODAY, 1 Mar. 2024
Definition of lower
Adjective
  • These simple devices convert low-grade waste heat into electricity.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 8 Oct. 2026
  • Shaving, friction from clothing, ingrown hairs, and even certain deodorants can cause low-grade inflammation, which may lead to excess pigment known as post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH).
    — Glamour, Glamour, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of low-grade
Adjective
  • Now, the Raiders’ wins so far have come against the lowly Miami Dolphins, Chargers and New Orleans Saints, so this 3-0 start may turn out to be a bit of a mirage.
    — Andy Scholes, CNN Money, 1 Oct. 2026
  • That robs the Giants of two of their headlining players and increases the difficulty to get results, even against a lowly team like the 0-2 Titans.
    — Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of lowly
Adjective
  • Families in the bottom one-fourth of income median net worth declined 6% while average net worth fell 4%.
    — Jeff Cox, CNBC, 9 Oct. 2026
  • The top half of NBA clubs increased 26% on average, while the bottom four teams ticked up just 5% on average.
    — Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of bottom
Adjective
  • In fact, many of his customers come from these nether regions.
    — Robert Klose, Christian Science Monitor, 24 Apr. 2026
  • In the first episode back, Cranston stands completely nude as Kaczmarek’s Lois shaves his back and nether regions.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 8 Apr. 2026
Definition of nether

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“Under.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/under. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

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