Subordinate
mediumsub-OR-din-it
adjective
Definition
Lower in rank or position; of less importance
Examples
“The manager delegated the task to a subordinate.”
“These concerns are subordinate to the main issue.”
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GRE Tip
Subordinate is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "inferior" or "secondary" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "superior".
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Obedient or attentive to an excessive or servile degree
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Well-meaning and kindly; generous and charitable
admonish
To warn or reprimand someone firmly
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