Subordinate

(of a clause) unable to stand alone syntactically as a complete sentence

Synonyms

Dependent

In category

Grammar

Examples

A subordinate (or dependent) clause functions as a noun or adjective or adverb within a sentence

A word that is more specific than a given word

Make subordinate, dependent, or subservient

Synonyms

Subdue

Type of

Lower

Lour

Derivation

Subordination

Examples

Our wishes have to be subordinated to that of our ruler

An assistant subject to the authority or control of another

Lower in rank or importance

Rank or order as less important or consider of less value

Has types

Outclass

Derivation

Subordination

Examples

Art is sometimes subordinated to Science in these schools

Subject or submissive to authority or the control of another

Antonyms

Insubordinate

Examples

A subordinate kingdom