O OneWordDaily
AI-generated image

subordinating

/səbˈɔrdɪneɪtɪŋ/ adjective · British & US
Valid in UKValid in US
Share WhatsApp

What does subordinating mean?

adjective

Relating to or serving to form a subordinate clause or phrase. Used to introduce a subordinate clause or phrase.

Example

"The subordinating conjunction 'because' is used to introduce a subordinate clause in the sentence 'I went to the store because I needed milk'."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

Etymologically related

Synonyms for subordinating

Antonyms of subordinating

Rhymes with subordinating