Pronunciation: /ˈʌndərkərənt/
noun a current below the surface of a fluid, usually water, moving in a different direction from any surface current
A1 I felt a strong undercurrent while swimming in the ocean.
A2 There was an undercurrent of tension in the room during the meeting.
B1 The undercurrent of political unrest could be felt throughout the country.
B2 She sensed an undercurrent of jealousy among her coworkers.
C1 The undercurrent of corruption within the government was finally exposed.
C2 The novel's undercurrent of existential despair resonated with readers on a deep level.
adjective existing or operating beneath the surface or in secret
A1 There was an undercurrent of excitement in the air as the children waited for Santa Claus.
A2 She could sense an undercurrent of tension between her two friends, but she didn't know why.
B1 The novel had an undercurrent of mystery that kept me guessing until the very end.
B2 The undercurrent of corruption within the government was finally exposed by investigative journalists.
C1 The undercurrent of fear in the city was palpable as rumors of a terrorist attack spread.
C2 The undercurrent of discontent among the employees eventually led to a strike against the company.
formal The undercurrent of political unrest could be felt throughout the country.
informal There's definitely an undercurrent of tension between those two coworkers.
slang I can sense an undercurrent of drama in this group chat.
figurative Beneath her calm exterior, there was always an undercurrent of passion and intensity.
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