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substandard

🇬🇧 UK/sʌb'stændəd/🇺🇸 US/.sʌb'stændәd/
B1

Definitions

adj.

Below the required or expected level of quality; not meeting established standards

不合规格的;低于标准的;劣质的

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
subunder, below
+
standstand, set, place
+
ardone who (often pejorative)
=substandard

Common Collocations

  • 1.substandard quality质量低劣
  • 2.substandard housing不达标的住房
  • 3.substandard work不合格的工作
  • 4.[substandard conditions]恶劣的条件

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The building was condemned after inspectors found substandard construction materials.

  • 2.

    Consumers are urged to avoid substandard products that may pose safety risks.

  • 3.

    The school's substandard facilities made it difficult for students to learn effectively.

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