Definition

A smaller part of a larger scale used for measuring or evaluating something.

Example

The survey included several subscales to assess different aspects of customer satisfaction.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of a subscale in surveys?

Yeah, I think it’s like a smaller part of a bigger scale, right?

Exactly! It helps to provide more detailed insights.

That makes sense; I guess it’s really useful for analyzing data.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Subscale → It is formed from "sub-" (meaning under or below) and "scale" (from Latin "scala", meaning ladder or steps). The word "subscale" refers to a smaller scale or a scale that is below a larger one.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'under' ('sub-') a 'ladder' or 'steps' ('scala') — that's why subscale means a smaller version of a larger scale.

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