Middle

substitute

/ˈsʌbstɪtuːt/

sub · sti · tute ˈsʌb · stɪ · tuːt

English Definition

n./v. replacement, replace

中文释义

替代品，替补

Significado en Español

sustituto, suplente

한국어 뜻

대체품, 대리인

Nghĩa Tiếng Việt

thay thế, dự bị

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sub(down)+stitute(stand)

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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

In the following sentence, choose the word that is closest in meaning to “substitute”: When the teacher was sick, Mr. James served as a substitute until she returned.

A replacement
B advisor
C author
D opponent

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A — replacement. “substitute” means n./v. replacement, replace

Common questions about “substitute”

What does “substitute” mean?

substitute — n./v. replacement, replace. In Chinese: 替代品，替补.

How do you pronounce “substitute”?

substitute is pronounced /ˈsʌbstɪtuːt/. It breaks into 3 syllables: sub · sti · tute.

Is “substitute” an ISEE Middle-level word?

Yes. substitute appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

How can I remember “substitute”?

sub(down)+stitute(stand)

Progress / 学习进度

601 / 672

89% through this level

Mastered: 0 / 672 (0%)

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substitute

Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

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