underlying

US /ˌʌn.dɚˈlaɪ.ɪŋ/
UK /ˌʌn.dɚˈlaɪ.ɪŋ/
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subjacente, fundamental

forming a foundation or basis; fundamental

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The underlying cause of the problem was a lack of communication.
A causa subjacente do problema era a falta de comunicação.
There is an underlying tension in their relationship.
Há uma tensão subjacente no relacionamento deles.