Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
substitutional
Adjective
/ˌsʌb.stɪˈtjuː.ʃən.əl/
Definition
Relating to or involving substitution, especially in the context of replacing one item with another.
Examples
- The substitutional processes in genetics allow for variations in traits.
- In economics, substitutional goods can replace each other in consumption.
Meaning
Substitutional refers to something that replaces or is used in place of something else, particularly in fields like chemistry, biology, and linguistics.
Synonyms
- Replacement
- Alternative
- Substitutive
