subordinate

noun verb adjective

Stress: second syllable

Syllables: sub-or-di-nate (4)
English Definition

Lower in rank or position.

Example Sentence

He treats his subordinate staff very well.

US IPA /səˈbɔːr.dən.ət/
UK IPA /səˈbɔː.dɪ.nət/

Synonyms

assistant junior underling inferior

Antonyms

superior boss manager