subordinate
/səˈbɔːdɪnət/ · /səˈbɔːrdɪnət/
CEFR level C1Topic WorkWord #6904 in the learning path
下级的；次要的
Definitions
adj. Lower in rank, authority, or importance.
下级的；次要的
n. Someone with a lower position under another person's authority.
下属；部下
Example
She accepted a subordinate role on the project.
她接受了在这个项目中担任辅助角色。
In effective organisations, subordinate staff should feel comfortable raising concerns with senior managers without fear.
在运作良好的组织中，下级员工应能放心地向高级管理人员提出疑虑。
Collocations
- subordinate to
- a subordinate role
- subordinate staff
- a subordinate clause
Word family
- subordination (n.)
Synonyms
- junior
Antonyms
- superior
Usage tip
表示“从属于”用subordinate to，不用than。
FAQ
- What does subordinate mean?
- Lower in rank, authority, or importance. Someone with a lower position under another person's authority.
- How is subordinate pronounced?
- UK /səˈbɔːdɪnət/, US /səˈbɔːrdɪnət/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
