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subordinate Definition and Meaning in English (subordinate definition)

adjective
Synonyms:inferiorjuniorsecondary
Quick Answer • Definition

Subordinate definition: Being lower in rank or position.

Definitions of Subordinate

  1. 1adjective

    Being lower in rank or position.

  2. 2noun

    A person who is lower in rank or position than another.

  3. 3verb

    To treat or regard as of lesser importance than something else.

Example Sentences

business

“He holds a subordinate position in the company.”

business

“Managers should empower their subordinates.”

formal

“Personal feelings should be subordinate to professional duties.”

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Inflected Word Forms

present participlesubordinating
nounsubordination
adverbsubordinately

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