subordinate (Meaning)
subordinate (n)
an assistant subject to the authority or control of another
a word that is more specific than a given word
subordinate (v)
rank or order as less important or consider of less value
make subordinate, dependent, or subservient
subordinate (a)
lower in rank or importance
subject or submissive to authority or the control of another
(of a clause) unable to stand alone syntactically as a complete sentence
Synonyms & Antonyms of subordinate
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subordinate Sentence Examples
- The subordinate clause in the sentence "Although she was late, she arrived on time" modifies the main clause.
- The worker diligently followed the instructions of his subordinate supervisor.
- The subordinate court ruled that the defendant was not guilty of the charges.
- The queen's subordinate advisor whispered secrets to her ear.
- The subordinate position at the company offered limited career advancement opportunities.
- The subordinate partner in the law firm was assigned to work on the high-profile case.
- The subordinate officer saluted the commanding general with respect.
- The teacher explained the subordinate concepts thoroughly to ensure understanding.
- The subordinate branch of the company opened a new store in a nearby town.
- The subordinate role in the play was not as glamorous as the lead, but it was equally important.
FAQs About the word subordinate
an assistant subject to the authority or control of another, a word that is more specific than a given word, rank or order as less important or consider of less
smaller, less,lesser, lower, secondary, minor,junior, small, inferior, associate
primary, greater, more,higher, more, major, greater, prime, major, higher
The subordinate clause in the sentence "Although she was late, she arrived on time" modifies the main clause.
The worker diligently followed the instructions of his subordinate supervisor.
The subordinate court ruled that the defendant was not guilty of the charges.
The queen's subordinate advisor whispered secrets to her ear.
