substitute
Translation
substitute, replacement, stand-in
Examples
Honey can be a substitute for sugar.
Honey can be a substitute for sugar.
The coach sent in a substitute player.
The coach sent in a substitute player.
We had a substitute teacher today.
We had a substitute teacher today.
Grammar Patterns
a substitute ((for sb./sth.)) a person or thing that takes the place of another. Honey can be a substitute for sugar.
Similar Words
Synonyms: replacement, alternative, stand-in
Etymology
From Latin 'substituere', from 'sub-' (in place of) + 'statuere' (to set up). Literally, 'to set up in place of another'.
Memory Tips
The prefix 'sub-' often means 'under' or 'in place of'. This is someone or something that takes the place of another. Also used as a verb: 'to substitute A for B'.