Synonyms of undercurrent

undercurrent

noun

as in undertow

Related Words

• undertow
• tenor
• countercurrent
• propensity
• countertrend
• curve
• habit
• custom
• shift
• trend
• tide
• current
• way
• wind
• downside
• swing
• tendency
• direction
• upside
• drift
• turnabout
• turn
• run
• leaning

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of undercurrent

Sometimes, this undercurrent of gloom tips over into outright nihilism. — Alison Herman, Variety, 7 Aug. 2026

An undercurrent of concern for executives, reps and audiences alike is the improbability of repeating 2026’s relentless success. — Mia Galuppo, HollywoodReporter, 7 Aug. 2026

An undercurrent of friction brought an edge to the breezy vibe, with Edwards often acting as the awkward buffer between Lucey and Barberie, who did little to disguise their dislike of each other. — Los Angeles Times, 4 Aug. 2026

An undercurrent took hold of the children, and only the 11-year-old girl was able to escape the water, The New York Times reported. — Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 1 Aug. 2026