Substitution — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˌsəb-stə-ˈtü-shən/ sub·sti·tu·tion

Meaning & Definition of Substitution

Substitution (noun)

  1. the act, process, or result of substituting one thing for another
  2. replacement of one mathematical entity by another of equal value
  3. one that is substituted for another

Substitution (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in replacement

    similar: replacement, back-and-forth, barter, commutation, dicker, exchange, quid pro quo, swap, trade, trade-off, truck, reciprocation, recompense, requital, bargain, deal, horse trade, negotiation, transaction, bargaining, dealing, dickering, haggling, horse trading, logrolling

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Substitution

The most common words with a similar meaning to Substitution:

replacement, back-and-forth, barter, commutation, dicker, exchange, quid pro quo, swap, trade, trade-off, truck, reciprocation, recompense, requital, bargain, deal, horse trade, negotiation, transaction, bargaining, dealing, dickering, haggling, horse trading, logrolling

Word Forms of Substitution

Derived words: substitutional (adjective), substitutionally (adverb), substitutionary (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Substitution

Middle English substitucion, from Middle French, from Late Latin substitution-, substitutio, from substituere

First known use: 14th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Substitution

Words & Phrases Containing Substitution

substitution cipher

Frequently Asked Questions about Substitution

What does "Substitution" mean?

"Substitution" means the act, process, or result of substituting one thing for another. As a noun, it is defined as: the act, process, or result of substituting one thing for another.

What is another word for "Substitution"?

Other words for "Substitution" include replacement, back-and-forth, barter, commutation, dicker, exchange, quid pro quo and swap. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Substitution" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Substitution"?

There are 25 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Substitution". Common alternatives include replacement, back-and-forth, barter, commutation, dicker, exchange, quid pro quo, swap, trade and trade-off.

Is "Substitution" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Substitution" is a noun.

Is "Substitution" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C1-level word, "Substitution" is typical of Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), IELTS band 7.0–8.0, TOEFL iBT 95–113, PTE Academic 76–84, TOEIC Listening & Reading 945+. It is on the Academic Word List, so it appears often in IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, and university texts. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Substitution"?

"Substitution" is pronounced /ˌsəb-stə-ˈtü-shən/ and divided into syllables as sub·sti·tu·tion.

What is the origin of the word "Substitution"?

"Substitution" comes from Middle English substitucion, from Middle French, from Late Latin substitution-, substitutio, from substituere. First known use: 14th century.

What is another word for "Substitution" meaning "as in replacement"?

When "Substitution" (noun) means as in replacement, synonyms include replacement, back-and-forth, barter, commutation, dicker and exchange.