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SUBORDINATING

(adj., verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Subordinating.

Subordinating - as an adjective

Serving to connect a subordinate clause to a main clause

Example: "`when' in `i will come when i can' is a subordinating conjunction"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
subordinative19
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
coordinating16

Subordinating - as a verb

To make subservient.

To treat as of less value or importance.

To make of lower priority in order of payment in bankruptcy.

Example Sentences

"She used subordinating conjunctions to connect the two independent clauses."
"The essay lacked subordinating ideas and appeared disjointed."
"The subordinating role of the assistant manager prevented them from making crucial decisions."
"The subordinating clause in the sentence gave additional information about the main subject."
"The subordinating clause introduced a contrast to the main idea of the paragraph."
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Word Game Points

Is SUBORDINATING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, subordinating is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SUBORDINATING has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is SUBORDINATING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, subordinating is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SUBORDINATING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.

Is SUBORDINATING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, subordinating is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SUBORDINATING has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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