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substituting

 

[ ˈsʌbstɪˌtjuːtɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

replacement process

Substituting refers to the act of taking the place of one thing with another. It is commonly used in various contexts, including mathematics, cooking, and everyday life. Substituting can involve replacing ingredients in a recipe, swapping variables in an equation, or finding someone to take over a role or task. This action is important in situations where a desired element is unavailable or when a change is needed for better results.

Synonyms

exchange, interchange, replace, swap

Examples of usage

  • She is substituting sugar with honey in the recipe.
  • In algebra, you might be substituting x for y to solve the equation.
  • He ended up substituting for his colleague at work.
  • They are substituting traditional methods with modern techniques.

Translations

Translations of the word "substituting" in other languages:

🇵🇹 substituindo

🇮🇳 स्थानापन्न करना

🇩🇪 ersetzen

🇮🇩 menggantikan

🇺🇦 заміщення

🇵🇱 substytucja

🇯🇵 置換

🇫🇷 substitution

🇪🇸 sustitución

🇹🇷 yerine geçirme

🇰🇷 대체

🇸🇦 استبدال

🇨🇿 náhrada

🇸🇰 nahradenie

🇨🇳 替换

🇸🇮 zamenjava

🇮🇸 skipti

🇰🇿 орнына қою

🇬🇪 შეცვლა

🇦🇿 əvəz etmə

🇲🇽 sustitución

Etymology

The word 'substituting' is derived from the Latin verb 'substituere,' meaning 'to put in place of.' The Latin roots 'sub' (under) and 'stitute' (to set or place) combine to form the meaning of placing one thing in the position of another. The term has been used in English since the 15th century, gradually evolving in its application across different fields. It became particularly prominent in the context of mathematics during the 16th century as algebra began to develop. Over time, the concept of substitution has expanded into areas like cooking, where substituting ingredients is quite common, and in the workplace, where individuals may substitute for one another in various roles. Thus, 'substituting' reflects a fundamental aspect of both language and practical life, emphasizing adaptability and versatility.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,210 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.