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What is another word for Subordinate? – 219 Subordinate Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    inferior secondary junior lower minor lesser subject dependent auxiliary ancillary subsidiary adjunct assistant subordinate subservient deferential obedient compliant dutiful loyal faithful devoted dedicated secondary supplementary backup reserve auxiliary backup support inferior lower lower-ranking lowly humble modest unassuming retiring diffident submissive yielding compliant acquiescent tractable pliable pliant obedient dutiful respectful reverent deferent

    Meaning of Subordinate

    A person or thing that is under the control or authority of another.

    Definitions

    • A person who is under the authority or control of another person, especially in a workplace or organization.
    • * A clause or phrase that is dependent on another clause or phrase to complete its meaning.
    • * A military officer of lower rank than a commissioned officer.

    Etymology of Subordinate

    The word "subordinate" comes from the Latin words "sub" meaning "under" and "ordinare" meaning "to arrange" or "to order".
    It originated in the 15th century and initially meant "to place under the authority of another".
    Over time, the word has evolved to encompass various meanings, including its use in grammar, military, and social contexts.

    Example Uses

    • The manager has several subordinates who report to her directly.
    • * The subordinate clause in the sentence provides additional information about the main clause.
    • * In the military, a subordinate officer is expected to follow the orders of their superior.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    superior senior higher major greater dominant supreme paramount preeminent ruling governing controlling commanding leading superior dominant predominant prevailing overriding overriding upper higher higher-ranking high-ranking top-ranking chief head leading principal primary main supreme sovereign dominant controlling commanding authoritative influential powerful potent mighty strong formidable

    Related Nouns

    authority control power command management leadership hierarchy structure organization system administration government regime rule dominion sovereignty supremacy dominance subjection submission obedience compliance conformity regulation direction guidance supervision oversight stewardship care custody charge responsibility duty obligation

    Related Verbs

    control command manage lead govern rule direct guide supervise oversee regulate administer organize structure dominate subject submit obey comply conform regulate direct govern preside chair head lead manage oversee supervise steward care look watch protect defend safeguard

    Related Adjectives

    inferior junior lower minor lesser subject dependent auxiliary ancillary subsidiary adjunct assistant secondary supplementary backup reserve inferior lower lower-ranking lowly humble modest unassuming retiring diffident submissive yielding compliant acquiescent tractable pliable pliant obedient dutiful respectful reverent deferent authoritative influential powerful potent mighty strong formidable dominant controlling commanding supreme sovereign paramount preeminent ruling governing