subordinate
Translation
subordinate, junior, secondary
Examples
He has a subordinate role in the team.
He has a subordinate role in the team.
She is always respectful to her subordinates.
She is always respectful to her subordinates.
Grammar Patterns
((to sb./sth.)) lower in rank or position than (sb./sth.) His role is subordinate to the manager's.
a subordinate a person under the authority of another A manager must guide their subordinates.
Similar Words
Synonyms: junior, lower, secondary; Antonyms: superior, senior, primary
Etymology
From Latin 'sub-' (under) + 'ordinare' (to arrange, order). Literally 'ordered under'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'sub-' as in 'submarine' (under the sea) and 'ordinate' related to 'order'. Someone who is 'ordered under' you in rank.