Pronunciation: /ˈsʌbstɪˌtut/
noun a person or thing acting or serving in place of another
A1 I use honey as a substitute for sugar in my tea.
A2 She is allergic to dairy, so she uses almond milk as a substitute.
B1 Many people are turning to plant-based proteins as substitutes for meat.
B2 The coach decided to bring in a substitute player for the injured striker.
C1 In baking, you can often use applesauce as a substitute for eggs in recipes.
C2 The company is looking for a suitable substitute for the current CEO.
verb to put or use in the place of another
A1 I can substitute sugar with honey in this recipe.
A2 You can substitute butter with margarine if you're out of butter.
B1 It is important to know how to substitute ingredients when cooking for people with allergies.
B2 In baking, you can substitute buttermilk with a mixture of milk and vinegar.
C1 Professional chefs often experiment with different ways to substitute ingredients to create unique dishes.
C2 Substituting ingredients requires a deep understanding of flavor profiles and cooking techniques.
formal The chef decided to use tofu as a substitute for meat in the vegetarian dish.
informal I'll have to substitute the blueberries with strawberries in the recipe because I ran out.
slang I can't believe she tried to substitute her friend at the last minute.
figurative Laughter is a great substitute for tears in times of sadness.
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