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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

subalternity

/sʌbˈæltərnɪti/ noun · British & US
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What does subalternity mean?

noun

A state or condition of being subordinate or secondary; a concept in postcolonial theory referring to the relationship between dominant and subordinate groups.

Example

"The subalternity of the marginalized community was a major theme in the novel."

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