substitute

/sˈʌbstɪtjˌuːt/

/ˈsəbstəˌtut/

to substitute

MAIN VERB

to put something different to use

synonyms : exchange

be a substitute

synonyms : fill in

act as a substitute

synonyms : deputise

Substitute

a person or thing that takes or can take the place of another

someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult)

synonyms : backup

an athlete who plays only when a starter on the team is replaced

synonyms : reserve

substitute

artificial and inferior

synonyms : ersatz

serving or used in place of another

synonyms : alternate

capable of substituting in any of several positions on a team

Examples

1. For a gluten-free option, substitute regular flour with almond flour in the cake recipe.

2. As a vegan, she substituted almond butter for traditional dairy-based spreads.

3. The baker substituted regular oil with safflower oil in the cake recipe, resulting in a moist and tender texture.

4. As a vegetarian, I often substitute mozzarella for meat in my sandwiches.