SUBALTERN
(noun, adj.sat, adj.)Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Subaltern.
Subaltern - as a noun
A british commissioned army officer below the rank of captain
Subaltern - as an adjective satellite
Inferior in rank or status
Example: "A lowly corporal"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
junior-gradelower-rankinglowly11petty10secondary15Subaltern - as an adjective
Of a lower rank or position; inferior or secondary; especially ranking as a junior officer, below the rank of captain.
Example: "A subaltern officer"
Asserting only a part of what is asserted in a related proposition.
Example Sentences
"The subaltern remained silent during the meeting."
"As a subaltern, he was responsible for leading a small group of soldiers."
"The subalterns reported directly to the commanding officer."
"The subalterns implemented the strategy devised by their superiors."
"She started her military career as a subaltern."
Word Game Points
Is SUBALTERN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, subaltern is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SUBALTERN has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is SUBALTERN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, subaltern is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSUBALTERN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is SUBALTERN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, subaltern is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSUBALTERN has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
