substitute — a person or thing acting or serving in place of another
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person or thing acting or serving in place of another
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsʌbstɪtuːt/
Korean meaning: 대리인, 대용품, 대체물
Korean pronunciation: 섭-스티-투트 (강세: 섭)
Example Sentences
- The robot substitute was so realistic that students didn't notice their teacher was sick.
- There's no substitute for hard work and dedication.
- My mom tried to substitute vegetables for candy in my lunchbox - nice try, Mom!
substitute
NOUN//ˈsʌbstɪtuːt//
a person or thing acting or serving in place of another
Teacher filling in for someone else
When plans collapse, substitute and contribute a better route.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'substituere', composed of 'sub-' (under, in place of) and 'statuere' (to set, place). The word entered English in the 16th century via Old French and Medieval Latin.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The robot substitute was so realistic that students didn't notice their teacher was sick.”
“There's no substitute for hard work and dedication.”
“My mom tried to substitute vegetables for candy in my lunchbox - nice try, Mom!”
“The coach decided to substitute the tired player in the second half.”
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