substitute
/ˈsʌbstɪtjuːt/ · /ˈsʌbstɪtuːt/
CEFR level B2Topic Daily lifeWord #4234 in the learning path
替代品；替补者
Definitions
n. A person or thing used in place of another.
替代品；替补者
v. Use someone or something instead of another person or thing.
替代；用……代替
Example
Yoghurt makes a good substitute for cream in this soup.
做这道汤时，酸奶可以很好地代替奶油。
Online lessons can support independent learning, but they are not always an adequate substitute for classroom interaction.
线上课程能支持自主学习，但并不总能充分替代课堂互动。
Collocations
- a substitute for
- substitute A for B
- a suitable substitute
- a substitute teacher
Word family
- substitution (n.)
Synonyms
- replacement
- stand-in
Usage tip
substitute A for B＝用A代替B，勿颠倒。
FAQ
- What does substitute mean?
- A person or thing used in place of another. Use someone or something instead of another person or thing.
- How is substitute pronounced?
- UK /ˈsʌbstɪtjuːt/, US /ˈsʌbstɪtuːt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
