be subjected to — to experience or be forced to undergo something unpleasant or difficult
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: to experience or be forced to undergo something unpleasant or difficult
Pronunciation (IPA): /biː səbˈdʒektɪd tuː/
Example Sentences
- My phone was subjected to the ultimate durability test when I dropped it in the toilet.
- Students are subjected to pop quizzes without warning.
- The poor pizza delivery guy was subjected to my terrible singing when I answered the door with headphones on.
be subjected to
NOUN[/biː səbˈdʒektɪd tuː/]
to experience or be forced to undergo something unpleasant or difficult
to experience or be forced to undergo something unpleasant or difficult
He expected to be respected, not subjected to harsh judgment!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
This phrase derives from Latin 'subjectus', the past participle of 'subicere', combining 'sub' (under) and 'iacere' (to throw or cast). The term originally meant 'thrown under' or 'placed beneath', and evolved to denote bringing someone or something under the control or dominion of another.
Breakdown
sub- (under) + -ject (throw, cast, from Latin iacere) + -ed (past participle/adjective). The verb form 'subject' means to bring under control, while 'subjected to' expresses the passive condition of being placed under or exposed to something.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My phone was subjected to the ultimate durability test when I dropped it in the toilet.”
“Students are subjected to pop quizzes without warning.”
“The poor pizza delivery guy was subjected to my terrible singing when I answered the door with headphones on.”
“Employees should not be subjected to unfair treatment.”
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