beneath

[bɪˈniːθ]

beneath Definition

• 1. in or to a lower position than someone or something, under someone or something
• 2. less important, serious, or impressive than someone or something

Using beneath: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "beneath" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The sun disappeared beneath the horizon.

• Example

  The truth beneath the surface is often hard to see.

• Example

  Beneath the makeup and designer clothes, she was just a simple girl.

• Example

  The real problem lies beneath the surface.

beneath Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for beneath

• under
• below
• lower than

Antonyms for beneath

• above
• over
• higher than

Phrases with beneath

• beneath contempt

  so bad or morally wrong that it deserves no respect or consideration

  Example

  His behavior was beneath contempt.

• beneath one's dignity

  not appropriate for someone to do because it is not important enough or is too low in status

  Example

  He felt it was beneath his dignity to ask for help.

• beneath the surface

  the hidden or underlying reality of a situation

  Example

  Beneath the surface, there was a lot of tension between the two groups.

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Summary: beneath in Brief

The term 'beneath' [bɪˈniːθ] refers to a lower position than someone or something, or something less important, serious, or impressive. It can be used literally, as in 'The sun disappeared beneath the horizon,' or figuratively, as in 'The truth beneath the surface is often hard to see.' 'Beneath' also appears in phrases like 'beneath contempt,' indicating something so bad it deserves no respect, and 'beneath one's dignity,' meaning something not important enough for someone to do.