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substitutably

[ ˈsʌbstɪˌtjuːtəbli ]

Adverb

^{Context #1 | Adverb}

in legal context

In a way that can be substituted or replaced by something else.

Synonyms

alternatively, interchangeably, replaceably.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
substitutably	Relates to the act of being substituted one for another. It is less commonly used and might be found in more technical or academic texts. Elements in this chemical reaction are substitutably linked.
replaceably	Describes objects or parts that can be substituted without difficulty. Usually used in technical or formal contexts, especially in discussions about parts or equipment. The battery is replaceably designed to ensure easy maintenance. This printer has replaceably designed cartridges.
interchangeably	Used when two or more items can be used in place of each other without any significant difference. Typically found in discussions about language, tools, or technical terms. In most recipes, butter and margarine can be used interchangeably. The terms 'big' and 'large' are used interchangeably in everyday language.
alternatively	Often used when presenting another option or choice in a situation. This word is common in both formal and informal contexts. You can travel by car. Alternatively, you could take the train. We could go out for dinner, or alternatively, order pizza at home.

Examples of usage

He argued that the term was substitutably vague.
The clause was substitutably ambiguous and needed clarification.
The provision was substitutably flexible, allowing for different interpretations.

Translations

Translations of the word "substitutably" in other languages:

🇵🇹 substituivelmente

🇮🇳 प्रतिस्थापनीय रूप से

🇩🇪 austauschbar

🇮🇩 dapat digantikan

🇺🇦 замінно

🇵🇱 zastępowalnie

🇯🇵 代替可能に

🇫🇷 de manière substituable

🇪🇸 sustituiblemente

🇹🇷 ikame edilebilir şekilde

🇰🇷 대체 가능하게

🇸🇦 قابلة للاستبدال

🇨🇿 zaměnitelně

🇸🇰 nahraditeľne

🇨🇳 可替代地

🇸🇮 zamenljivo

🇮🇸 skipanlega

🇰🇿 алмастыратын

🇬🇪 შესაცვლელად

🇦🇿 əvəz edilə bilən şəkildə

🇲🇽 sustituiblemente

Etymology

The word 'substitutably' is a derivative of the verb 'substitute', which originated from the Latin word 'substituere', meaning 'to put in place of'. The suffix '-ly' is added to the word to form the adverb 'substitutably', indicating the manner in which something can be substituted or replaced. This term is commonly used in legal contexts to describe the ability of one thing to be replaced by another. The concept of substitution has been prevalent in various fields, including linguistics, mathematics, and law, highlighting the importance of flexibility and interchangeability.