Subordinate
Yes, subordinate is a valid Scrabble word. It has 11 letters and is worth 14 points in Scrabble.
What does subordinate mean?
noun
- an assistant subject to the authority or control of another
- a word that is more specific than a given word
verb
- rank or order as less important or consider of less value
Art is sometimes subordinated to Science in these schools
- make subordinate, dependent, or subservient
Our wishes have to be subordinated to that of our ruler
adjective
- lower in rank or importance
- subject or submissive to authority or the control of another
a subordinate kingdom
- (of a clause) unable to stand alone syntactically as a complete sentence
a subordinate (or dependent) clause functions as a noun or adjective or adverb within a sentence
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for subordinate
Word facts
| Letters | 11 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 5 / 6 |
| Scrabble points | 14 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Common |
Anagrams of subordinate
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters SUBORDINATE.
Words you can make from subordinate
Frequently asked questions
Is subordinate a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Subordinate is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
How many points is subordinate worth in Scrabble?
Subordinate is worth 14 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does subordinate mean?
Subordinate means: an assistant subject to the authority or control of another.