undergird

[US]/ˌʌndəˈɡɜːd/
[UK]/ˌʌndərˈɡɜrd/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

vt.to support or strengthen from below; to secure or support at the base
Word Forms
Present Participleundergirding
Pluralundergirds
Third Person Singularundergirds
Past Tenseundergirded
Past Participleundergirded

Phrases & Collocations

undergird principles

undergird beliefs

undergird values

undergird support

undergird strategies

undergird actions

undergird decisions

undergird foundations

undergird systems

undergird relationships

Example Sentences

the principles of democracy undergird our society.

strong relationships undergird successful teamwork.

education should undergird a person's development.

shared values undergird the foundation of a community.

trust undergirds effective communication.

a solid financial plan should undergird any business strategy.

research and data undergird our conclusions.

historical context undergirds our understanding of current events.

ethical considerations should undergird corporate decisions.

community support undergirds the success of local initiatives.

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