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subnormal

IPA: /sʌbˈnɔːrməl/

KK: /sʌbˈnɔrml/

adjective

Definition: Less than what is considered normal or average, often referring to lower levels of ability or intelligence.

Example: The test results showed that his performance was subnormal compared to his peers.

noun

Definition: A person who is considered to have below-average abilities in areas like intelligence or physical coordination.

Example: The program is designed to help subnormals improve their skills and confidence.

subnormality

IPA: //sʌbˈnɔːrməlɪti//

KK: /sʌbˈnɔrməlɪti/

noun

Definition: The condition of being below normal or average in some way.

Example: The study focused on the subnormality of certain test scores among the students.

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.

subnotebook

IPA: //sʌbˈnoʊtˌbʊk//

KK: /sʌbˈnoʊtˌbʊk/

noun

Definition: A small and lightweight computer that is more compact than a standard notebook computer, designed for portability and ease of use.

Example: I bought a subnotebook for traveling because it's easy to carry around.

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.

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.

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