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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

subnormally

IPA: /sʌbˈnɔːrməli/

KK: /sʌbˈnɔrməli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is below the normal level or standard.

Example: The patient was performing subnormally on the tests compared to his peers.

subnuclear

IPA: /sʌbˈnjuːklɚ/

KK: /sʌbˈnjuːklɚ/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or occurring within the nucleus of an atom, or describing particles that are smaller than the atomic nucleus.

Example: The researchers studied subnuclear particles to understand the fundamental forces of nature.

suboceanic

IPA: /ˌsʌb.oʊˈsiː.ən.ɪk/

KK: /sʌboʊˈsiːənɪk/

adjective

Definition: Located or happening below the surface of the ocean or the ocean floor.

Example: The suboceanic currents play a crucial role in regulating the Earth's climate.

suboptimal

IPA: /sʌbˈɒptɪməl/

KK: /sʌbˈɑptɪməl/

adjective

Definition: Not as good as the best possible; not ideal.

Example: The team's performance was suboptimal, leading to a disappointing result.

suboptimization

IPA: /ˌsʌbˌɒptɪmaɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /sʌbˌɒptɪmaɪˈzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of optimizing a smaller part of a larger system or organization, often at the expense of the overall efficiency or effectiveness.

Example: The company's focus on suboptimization led to improvements in individual departments, but overall performance suffered.

suboptimum

IPA: /sʌbˈɒptɪməm/

KK: /sʌbˈɑptɪməm/

adjective

Definition: Not the best or most effective; below the ideal level of performance or quality.

Example: The team's performance was suboptimum, leading to a disappointing result in the competition.

suborder

IPA: //sʌbˈɔːrdər//

KK: /sʌbˈɔrdər/

noun

Definition: A category in biology that groups related organisms, positioned between an order and a family.

Example: The scientist classified the new species into a specific suborder based on its characteristics.

subordinate

IPA: /səˈbɔːrdɪnət/

KK: /səˈbɔːrdɪnət/

adjective

Definition: Relating to something that is lower in rank or importance compared to something else.

Example: In the company, the subordinate staff members report to the managers.

noun

Definition: A person who has a lower rank or position than someone else in an organization or group.

Example: In the meeting, the manager asked his subordinate to present the report.

transitive verb

Definition: To make someone or something less important or to place them in a lower position compared to others.

Example: In the new organization, the manager decided to subordinate some tasks to junior staff.

subordinately

IPA: /səˈbɔːrdɪnətli/

KK: /səˈbɔːrdɪnətli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is less important or lower in rank compared to something else.

Example: The assistant worked subordinately to the manager, following all instructions carefully.

subordinateness

IPA: /səˈbɔːrdɪnətnəs/

KK: /səˈbɔːrdɪnətnəs/

noun

Definition: The state of being lower in rank or importance compared to someone or something else.

Example: In a team, the subordinateness of some members can lead to better collaboration and decision-making.

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