ulterior

 
Pronunciation: /ʌlˈtɪərɪə/

adjective

  • existing beyond what is obvious or admitted; intentionally hidden: could there be an ulterior motive behind his request?
  • beyond what is immediate or present; coming in the future.

Derivatives

ulteriorly

adverb

Origin:

mid 17th century: from Latin, literally 'further, more distant'