substandard
pronunciation
How to pronounce substandard in British English:
UK [ˌsʌbˈstændəd]
How to pronounce substandard in American English:
US [ˌsʌbˈstændərd]
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- Adjective:
- falling short of some prescribed norm
- used of merchandise
Word Origin
- substandard (adj.)
- also sub-standard, 1909, from sub- + standard (adj.).
Example
- 1. The lick party was forced to use substandard equipment .
- 2. Individuals or organizations are prohibited from advertising substandard food products .
- 3. She also called for strict enforcement of a new recall mechanism for substandard goods that was introduced recently .
- 4. The government also has made upgrading or replacing substandard schools a priority as part of a broader effort to improve and expand education .
- 5. Because there is a shortage in fiscal investment in rural areas , the schools have to resort to substandard vehicles .