Vocabulary Entry

substandard

|adjective • noun

adjective

Not meeting the standard; inferior in quality.

Example Sentences

"The substandard housing conditions led to complaints from the residents."

"His substandard performance on the project disappointed the team."

"The company was fined for producing substandard products."

noun

Example Sentences

"The report highlighted the substandard in education across the district."

"They were concerned about the substandard of the facilities provided."

"Discussing the substandard often brings attention to needed improvements."