surrogate
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/ˈsʌrəɡət/
sur · ro · gate
ˈsʌr · ə · ɡət
English Definition
n. substitute; replacement; proxy
Significado en Español
sustituto, suplente
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
người thay thế, vật thay thế
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
sur- (under) + rog (request) + ate → agent/replacement.
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the best synonym for the word “surrogate” as used in this sentence: “The lawyer suggested a surrogate to handle the responsibilities in the absence of the executive.”
A
substitute
B
opponent
C
adviser
D
trainer
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A — substitute.
“surrogate” means n. substitute; replacement; proxy
Common questions about “surrogate”
What does “surrogate” mean?
surrogate — n. substitute; replacement; proxy. In Chinese: 替代品，代理人.
How do you pronounce “surrogate”?
surrogate is pronounced /ˈsʌrəɡət/. It breaks into 3 syllables: sur · ro · gate.
Is “surrogate” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. surrogate appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “surrogate”?
sur- (under) + rog (request) + ate → agent/replacement.
