subject

A1
Pronunciation
/ˈsʌb.dʒɪkt/
/ˈsʌb.dʒɛkt/
/ˈsʌb.dʒɛkt/
/səbˈdʒɛkt/
Noun
11 definition(s)
1 Definition

(grammar) In a clause: the word or word group (usually a noun phrase) that is dealt with. In active clauses with verbs denoting an action, the subject and the actor are usually the same.

Example Sentences
  • In the sentence ‘The mouse is eaten by the cat in the kitchen.’, ‘The mouse’ is the subject, ‘the cat’ being the agent.
2 Definition

An actor; one who takes action.

Example Sentences
  • The subjects and objects of power.
3 Definition

The main topic of a paper, work of art, discussion, field of study, etc.

4 Definition

A particular area of study.

Example Sentences
  • Her favorite subject is physics.
5 Definition

A citizen in a monarchy.

Example Sentences
  • I am a British subject.
6 Definition

A person ruled over by another, especially a monarch or state authority.

7 Definition

The main theme or melody, especially in a fugue.

8 Definition

A human, animal or an inanimate object that is being examined, treated, analysed, etc.

9 Definition

A being that has subjective experiences, subjective consciousness, or a relationship with another entity.

10 Definition

That of which something is stated.

11 Definition

The variable in terms of which an expression is defined.

Example Sentences
  • Making x the subject of x2 − 6x + 3y = 0, we have x = 3 ± √(9 − 3y).
Verb
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

(construed with to) To cause (someone or something) to undergo a particular experience, especially one that is unpleasant or unwanted.

Example Sentences
  • I came here to buy souvenirs, not to be subjected to a tirade of abuse!
2 Definition

To make subordinate or subservient; to subdue or enslave.

Adjective
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

Likely to be affected by or to experience something.

Example Sentences
  • He's subject to sneezing fits.
2 Definition

Conditional upon.

Example Sentences
  • The local board sets local policy, subject to approval from the State Board.
3 Definition

Placed or situated under; lying below, or in a lower situation.

4 Definition

Placed under the power of another; owing allegiance to a particular sovereign or state.