substitute
Translation
to substitute, to replace, to stand in for
Examples
You can substitute honey for sugar.
You can substitute honey for sugar.
The manager substituted the tired player.
The manager substituted the tired player.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) ((for sth.)) to use (sth.) instead of (sth. else) You can substitute honey for sugar.
((sb.)) to replace (sb.), especially in a sports team The manager substituted the tired player.
Similar Words
Synonyms: replace, exchange, swap
Etymology
From Latin `substituere`, from `sub-` (in place of) + `statuere` (to set up, place). 'To set up in place of another'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'sub' on a sports team who stands 'in place of' another player.