underground

Meanings

• noun

  The part of the earth that lies beneath the surface, often used to describe places or things hidden from view or knowledge.

  - "The underground river flows through the heart of the city."
  - "The subway system is an essential part of the city's underground transportation network."

• adjective

  Relating to or involved in clandestine activities, especially political ones.

  - "The underground resistance movement fought against the occupying forces."
  - "The underground newspaper published controversial articles."

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Antonyms

mainstream

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Synonyms

Métro , metro , Tube , tube , rapid transit , underground , underground railway , underpass , avant-garde , counterculture , resistance , alternative , unconventional , hypogean , subterranean , below ground , clandestinely , in secret , on the quiet

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with underground
earth , hearth , mirth , mearth , garth

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Variants

List of all variants of underground that leads to same result
underground , undergrounds , Underground Railroad , Underground Railway , go underground , the underground

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Old English 'undergeard' meaning 'land beneath the earth'

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. The deepest part of the earth is believed to be the core, which is approximately 4,000 miles below the surface.

2. The London Underground is the world's oldest subway system, having opened in 1863.

3. The term 'underground' was first used in English in the 15th century to describe mines and subterranean passages.

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Related Concepts

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1. subterranean: Relating to or occurring beneath the earth's surface.

2. underworld: A realm of the dead in various mythologies, often depicted as being beneath the earth's surface.

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Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

The 'underground' has long been a source of fascination and intrigue, often associated with rebellion, secrecy, and hidden treasures. In literature, the 'underground' has been used as a setting in works such as 'The Wind in the Willows' and 'The Hobbit'. In music, the term 'underground' is used to describe independent or alternative scenes and artists.

How to Memorize "underground"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a tunnel or cave system deep beneath the earth's surface to memorize the meaning of 'underground'.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'underground' with hidden or secret places to help remember its meaning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Underneath the Earth's Ground' to help remember the meaning of 'underground'.

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