UNDERPIN: Synonyms and Related Words. What is Another Word for UNDERPIN?

Need another word that means the same as “underpin”? Find 10 synonyms and 30 related words for “underpin” in this overview.

The synonyms of “Underpin” are: bear out, corroborate, support, post, prop, underprop, underpinning, base, point of departure, premise

Underpin as a Verb

Definitions of "Underpin" as a verb

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “underpin” as a verb can have the following definitions:

• Support (a building or other structure) from below by laying a solid foundation below ground level or by substituting stronger for weaker materials.
• Support, justify, or form the basis for.
• Support from beneath.
• Support with evidence or authority or make more certain or confirm.

Synonyms of "Underpin" as a verb (10 Words)

base	Use (something specified) as the foundation or starting point for something. A London based band.
bear out	Bring forth.
corroborate	Establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts. The witness had corroborated the boy s account of the attack.
point of departure	Sail close to the wind.
post	Publicize with or as if with a poster. Post a warning at the dump.
premise	State or presuppose something as a premise. I will premise generally that I hate lecturing.
prop	Support by placing against something solid or rigid. She propped her chin in the palm of her right hand.
support	Give moral or psychological support aid or courage to. The proposal was supported by many delegates.
underpinning	Support with evidence or authority or make more certain or confirm.
underprop	Support, especially with a prop.

Usage Examples of "Underpin" as a verb

• The theme of honour underpinning the two books.

Associations of "Underpin" (30 Words)

aid	The activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose. Rescue party went to their aid.
assist	Act as an assistant in a subordinate or supportive function. They were assisting police with their inquiries.
assistance	Gift of money or other material help to support a person or cause. She will be glad to give advice and assistance.
attest	Give testimony in a court of law. His high fever attested to his illness.
backing	Something forming a back that is added for strengthening. The foreign secretary won the backing of opposition parties.
bolster	Prop up with a pillow or bolster. The fall in interest rates is starting to bolster confidence.
boost	Give a boost to be beneficial to. He d had his wallet boosted in a bar.
certification	The act of certifying or bestowing a franchise on. A fundamental requirement for organic certification.
confirm	Administer the religious rite of confirmation to. His story confirmed my doubts.
consolation	A person or thing providing consolation. The Church was the main consolation in a short and hard life.
corrigible	Capable of being corrected or set right. A corrigible prisoner.
corroborate	Support with evidence or authority or make more certain or confirm. The witness had corroborated the boy s account of the attack.
elevate	Increase the level of (something. The therapy can elevate serum amylase levels.
encouragement	The act of giving hope or support to someone. Thank you for all your support and encouragement.
endorsement	Formal and explicit approval. The package was regarded as an endorsement of the government s reform programme.
help	The action of helping someone to do something. I asked for help from my neighbours.
lift	A wave that lifts the surface of the water or ground. He lifted a war whoop.
patronage	The business given to a commercial establishment by its customers. Even before noon there was a considerable patronage.
patronize	Treat condescendingly. She was determined not to be put down or patronized.
proponent	A person who advocates a theory, proposal, or course of action. A strong proponent of the free market and liberal trade policies.
refurbish	Renovate and redecorate (something, especially a building. The premises have been completely refurbished in our corporate style.
reinforcement	The process of encouraging or establishing a belief or pattern of behaviour. Reinforcements set in the concrete.
solace	Comfort in disappointment or misery. She sought solace in her religion.
stanchion	Any vertical post or rod used as a support.
substantiate	Establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts. The painting substantiates the feelings of the artist.
support	Give moral or psychological support aid or courage to. He was a great support when her father died.
trestle	An open braced framework used to support an elevated structure such as a bridge.
upgrade	Software that provides better performance than an earlier version did. I got an upgrade to first class when coach class was full.
validate	Recognize or affirm the validity or worth of (a person or their feelings or opinions); cause (a person) to feel valued or worthwhile. He seems to need other women s attention to validate him as a man.
verify	Make sure or demonstrate that (something) is true, accurate, or justified. Verify a claim.