Exam: IELTS

Definition: Relating to an underlying meaning or message that is not explicitly stated.

Example: The author's subtextual themes add depth to the story, making readers think beyond the surface.

Definition: In a way that conveys an underlying meaning or message that is not explicitly stated.

Example: The author wrote subtextually, allowing readers to interpret deeper meanings in the story.

Definition: A specific topic or idea that is part of a larger topic or idea.

Example: The book explores several subthemes, including friendship and betrayal.

Definition: Referring to a dosage that is lower than what is needed to effectively treat a disease or condition.

Example: The doctor prescribed a subtherapeutic dose of the medication to avoid side effects.

Definition: Not strong enough to be noticed or to cause a reaction.

Example: The subthreshold stimulus did not elicit any noticeable response from the participants.

Definition: Not obvious or easily noticed; delicate or understated in meaning or effect.

Example: The artist used subtle colors to create a calming atmosphere in the painting.

Definition: A type of enzyme made by certain bacteria that helps break down proteins into smaller pieces called polypeptides, similar to how another enzyme called trypsin works.

Example: Subtilisin is often used in laundry detergents to help remove protein stains from clothes.

Definition: A text that appears at the bottom of a screen, showing the translation of spoken dialogue in a different language or providing additional information about the content.

Example: I turned on the subtitles so I could understand the foreign film better.

Definition: To add a translated text at the bottom of a screen that shows what is being said in a different language.

Example: The film was subtitled in Spanish for the audience.

Definition: Describing a film or video that has text at the bottom of the screen showing the translated dialogue in another language.

Example: The movie was subtitled in Spanish, making it easier for non-English speakers to understand.

Definition: Not easily noticed or understood; delicate or understated in meaning or effect.

Example: She made a subtle suggestion that changed the course of the discussion.