underlying

US /ˌʌn.dɚˈlaɪ.ɪŋ/
UK /ˌʌn.dɚˈlaɪ.ɪŋ/
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根本的, 潜在的, 基础的

forming a foundation or basis; fundamental

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The underlying cause of the problem was a lack of communication.
问题的根本原因是缺乏沟通。
There is an underlying tension in their relationship.
他们的关系中存在一种潜在的紧张。