Word: SUBORDINATE
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Definition of SUBORDINATE
- One who is subordinate.
- To make subservient.
- To treat as of less value or importance.
- To make of lower priority in order of payment in bankruptcy.
- Placed in a lower class, rank, or position.
- Submissive or inferior to, or controlled by authority.
- (grammar, of a clause) dependent on and either modifying or complementing the main clause
"In the sentence “The barbecue finished before John arrived”, the subordinate clause “before John arrived” specifies the time of the main clause, “The barbecue finished”."
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
📜 Word Pattern Notes
Likely formed with the Latin prefix "sub-", meaning "under, below, or secondary".
🗣️ Example Sentences
- • "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "subordinate" in early literature."
- • "In professional circles, using the word "subordinate" conveys a high level of precision."
💡 Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word is a perfect "isogram" (or non-pattern word), meaning it contains no repeating letters. It is highly valued for rack flexibility!
🎯 Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
This is a 7+ letter word. Use it as a Bingo candidate if you have the space on the board for a +50 point bonus.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | ✓ Valid | 14 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | ✓ Valid | 14 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | ✓ Valid | 17 pts |
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- # the subordinate effect
- # master of subordinate
- # playing with subordinate
- # in terms of subordinate
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