English to English Dictionary

Ulterior

Existing beyond what is obvious or admitted; intentionally kept hidden or secret.

Ulterior motive

A hidden purpose or reason for doing something, especially one that is kept concealed from other people.

Umbrella organization

An association of institutions, agencies, or smaller organizations that coordinate activities or pool resources under a common administrative structure.

Unassertively

In a manner that lacks self-assurance, boldness, or forceful expression of one's opinions and rights.

Unassuming

Not arrogant or showy; modest and unpretentious.

Unattributed

Not attributed to a specific author, creator, source, or cause.

Uncaringness

The state or quality of being uncaring; a lack of concern, empathy, or compassion for others.

Unceasing

Not stopping or coming to an end; constant and continuous.

Underhand

Acting or done in a secret, dishonest, or clandestine way.

Underlying-design

The foundational blueprint, structural logic, or fundamental plan that informs and supports a visible system, product, or architecture.

Unextinct

Not extinct; still existing, active, or surviving rather than having died out.

Unfashionableness

The state or quality of not being in current fashion, style, or custom.