What is another word for be subject to?

Pronunciation: [biː sˈʌbd͡ʒɛkt tuː] (IPA)

The phrase "be subject to" often refers to being under the authority, control or influence of someone or something. There are several synonyms that can be used in its place, depending on the context. For example, "be bound by," "be governed by," "be regulated by," "fall under," "fall prey to," "be susceptible to," and "be at the mercy of" are all viable replacements. Similarly, "be prone to," "be conditional on," "be contingent on," "be reliant on," and "be subservient to" all share the sense of being subject to some kind of external force or factor. Ultimately, the best synonym will depend on the specific connotation required in each individual case.

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What are the hypernyms for Be subject to?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Famous quotes with Be subject to

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