sub Synonyms
Another word for sub
• noun (Context 1)
A person who temporarily stands in for another, especially a teacher or a sports player.
"The regular math teacher was sick, so a substitute covered the class for the day."
• noun (Context 2)
A submersible watercraft designed to operate underwater; a submarine.
"The naval base maintains several nuclear-powered subs capable of deep-ocean missions."
• noun (Context 3)
A large sandwich made of a long crusty roll split lengthwise and filled with meats, cheese, and vegetables.
"We ordered a turkey and provolone hoagie for lunch from the deli down the street."
• verb (Context 4)
To act as a substitute for someone else, especially in an occupation or performance.
"She subbed for the lead actress who lost her voice right before the evening performance."
• verb (Context 5)
To replace one player or thing with another, often used with 'in' or 'out'.
"The coach subbed him out of the game after he sprained his ankle during a rough tackle."
Opposites of sub
Looking for antonyms? The opposite of sub varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites: