substandard Meaning & Definition
What Does Substandard Mean?
Substandard is an adjective that means Not meeting the minimum quality requirements. It can also mean Not conforming to the standard variety; nonstandard.
Quick Facts About Substandard
| Part of speech | adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˌsʌbˈstændɚd// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | deficient, inferior and irregular |
| Comparative / superlative | more substandard, most substandard |
Substandard Definition (Adjective)
- Not meeting the minimum quality requirements.
They built this with substandard parts. No wonder it collapsed.
- Not conforming to the standard variety; nonstandard.
Adjective
- Of inferior quality; not meeting the minimum quality requirements.
They built this with substandard parts. No wonder it collapsed.
Synonyms of Substandard
Substandard synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Substandard
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Substandard in a Sentence
They built this with substandard parts. No wonder it collapsed.
Word Forms & Grammar
substandard (comparative more substandard, superlative most substandard)
Words That Rhyme With Substandard
Origin of Substandard
From sub- + standard.
How to Pronounce Substandard
The standard pronunciation of substandard is //ˌsʌbˈstændɚd//, spoken in 1 syllable.
Frequently Asked Questions About Substandard
What part of speech is substandard?
Substandard is an adjective.
What is another word for substandard?
Close synonyms of substandard are deficient, inferior and irregular. See the full list of substandard synonyms and antonyms.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of substandard?
The comparative form is more substandard and the superlative form is most substandard.