
Undercurrent
Hidden Emotions
Use 'undercurrent' to describe feelings not visible on the surface, but influencing behavior subtly.
Amidst the laughter, there was an undercurrent of tension among them.
Contrasting Appearance
'Undercurrent' implies a difference between what is shown and what is felt or intended.
His smile didn't reach his eyes, revealing an undercurrent of sorrow.
Nuanced Context
Look for subtle narrative cues to detect an 'undercurrent' in literature and speech.
The dialogue was casual, but an undercurrent of urgency ran through it.