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SUBALTERN

(noun, adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Subaltern.

Subaltern - as a noun

A british commissioned army officer below the rank of captain

Subaltern - as an adjective satellite

Inferior in rank or status

Example: "A lowly corporal"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
junior-gradelower-rankinglowlypettysecondary

Subaltern - as an adjective

Of a lower rank or position; inferior or secondary; especially ranking as a junior officer, below the rank of captain.

Example: "A subaltern officer"

Asserting only a part of what is asserted in a related proposition.

Example Sentences

"The subaltern remained silent during the meeting."
"As a subaltern, he was responsible for leading a small group of soldiers."
"The subalterns reported directly to the commanding officer."
"The subalterns implemented the strategy devised by their superiors."
"She started her military career as a subaltern."
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Word Game Points

Is SUBALTERN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, subaltern is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SUBALTERN has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is SUBALTERN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, subaltern is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SUBALTERN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is SUBALTERN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, subaltern is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SUBALTERN has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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