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subsection Synonyms

Another word for subsection

Choosing another word for subsection depends on context, so the 11 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A division of a section, especially a distinct numbered or lettered part of a legal statute, contract, or structured document.

Usage Example

"Please refer to subdivision 4(b) of the lease agreement for rules regarding security deposits."

Strongest
subdivision
subpart
Strong
subclause
clause
paragraph
provision

• noun (Context 2)

A smaller subgroup, branch, or category within a larger group, department, or population.

Usage Example

"The survey focused on a specific subset of voters who had recently relocated to the suburbs."

Strongest
subset
Strong
subgroup
segment
subdivision
branch
division

Opposites of subsection

The opposite of subsection shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

whole
entirety
See all opposites of subsection

• Nearby Words

subscriber
subscript
subscription
subsection
subsector
subsequent
subsequently

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Subsection. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/subsection
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