substandard
2 synonyms and 1 antonym for substandard, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Below the accepted level of quality; not good enough.
Antonyms
How to use substandard
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
substandard conditions
substandard housing
substandard quality
Etymology
From sub- ("below") plus standard.
Full origin of substandard →Frequently asked questions
What does “substandard” mean?
The word “substandard” means below the accepted level of quality; not good enough. In plain terms, not good enough — below the normal quality bar expected for something.
How do you pronounce “substandard”?
“Substandard” is pronounced suhb-STAN-duhd (/ˌsʌbˈstændɚd/ in IPA).
How do you use “substandard” in a sentence?
Here is “substandard” used in a sentence: “The inspector condemned the building for substandard wiring.”
What part of speech is “substandard”?
“Substandard” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “substandard” have?
“Substandard” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: below the accepted level of quality; not good enough.
