Subordinate (Adjective)

Meaning ¹

(of a clause) unable to stand alone syntactically as a complete sentence; "a subordinate (or dependent) clause functions as a noun or adjective or adverb within a sentence".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Synonyms

• Dependent

Meaning ²

Lower in rank or importance.

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

• The subordinate officer followed the instructions given by his superior.
• She is a subordinate employee in the company and does not have any authority to make major decisions.
• In a hierarchical structure, subordinate members often rely on their superiors for guidance and support.
• The researchers discovered that the subordinate clauses in the sentence were often ambiguous and confusing.
• As a subordinate role in the project, he was not entitled to attend high-level meetings.

Synonyms

• Low-level

Antonyms

• Dominant

Related Words

• Subordinate (noun)
• Subordinateness (noun)

Meaning ³

Subject or submissive to authority or the control of another; "a subordinate kingdom".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Antonyms

• Insubordinate