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subpar

/sʌbˈpɑːr/ adjective · British & US
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What does subpar mean?

adjective

Not meeting a standard or expectation; of poor quality. Used to describe something that is below average or not up to par.

Example

"The new restaurant received mixed reviews, with some critics calling the food subpar."

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

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