How Do You Spell SUBORDINATION?

Pronunciation: [sˌʌbɔːdɪnˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA)

Subordination (səˌbɔːdɪˈneɪʃən) is a noun that refers to the act of placing something or someone in a position of inferiority or dependence. The word is spelled with two Os (sub-ordination), indicating that the prefix is pronounced with a short "u" sound. The "a" in "sub" is also pronounced with an "uh" sound, making it səb-. The "a" in "tion" is pronounced with a "shun" sound, while the "d" and "n" are both pronounced distinctly, resulting in səˌbɔːdɪˈneɪʃən.

SUBORDINATION Meaning and Definition

1. Subordination is a noun that refers to the act of placing something or someone in a position of lesser importance, power, or rank. It involves the act of submitting, yielding, or obeying to someone or something that holds a higher authority or has a superior position.

   In a social or organizational context, subordination is the act of being subject to someone or something, typically a person in a higher position or someone with greater authority. This can occur within a hierarchy or a chain of command, where individuals or groups are expected to follow the orders or decisions of those in positions of power or leadership. Subordination often involves the acknowledgement and acceptance of one's own inferior position or status in comparison to others.

   Subordination can also be seen in the way ideas or concepts are arranged or presented, particularly in writing or speech. When ideas are organized in a hierarchical manner, with main or primary ideas being supported by subordinate or secondary ideas, this is referred to as subordination. It involves the act of showing the relationship between different levels of thought or importance within a text or discourse.

   Overall, subordination signifies a state of being subordinate, inferior, or less important than others. It can manifest in the form of yielding to authority, following orders, or arranging ideas in a hierarchical structure.

2. Inferiority of rank or dignity; place of rank among inferiors; a series regularly descending.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Top Common Misspellings for SUBORDINATION *

• suborination 40%

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Other Common Misspellings for SUBORDINATION

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Etymology of SUBORDINATION

The word "subordination" comes from the Late Latin word "subordinatio", which is derived from the Latin words "sub" meaning "under" and "ordinatio" meaning "arrangement" or "ordering". Thus, the term "subordination" originally meant the act of placing someone or something in a lower or subordinate position or rank.

Similar spelling words for SUBORDINATION

• subordinate word,
• subordinating,
• subordinator,
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• subordinate,
• Suborder Otides,
• in-subordination,
• subordinative.

Plural form of SUBORDINATION is SUBORDINATIONS