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beneath

be·neath

beneath

 
pronunciation:
b nith
parts of speech:
adverb, preposition
part of speech: adverb
definition: in a lower place; below.
The sandwich has jelly on top and peanut butter beneath.
antonyms:
above
similar words:
down
 
part of speech: preposition
definition 1: under; lower than; below.
The flowers planted beneath the tree didn't get enough light.
 
antonyms:
above
definition 2: covered by.
The three children tried to get beneath one umbrella.
definition 3: not good enough for.
The millionaire thought eating in a diner was beneath him.
antonyms:
above