1. people or things that take the place of others
Usage: plural of substitute

1. replaces one person or thing with another
Usage: third person singular present tense

Examples

• The coach brought in three substitutes during the second half.
• Honey and maple syrup are good substitutes for sugar in baking.
• The teacher substitutes difficult words with simpler ones for younger students.
• She always substitutes olive oil for butter in her recipes.
• Emergency substitutes filled in for the absent teachers.
• The recipe substitutes yogurt for sour cream to reduce calories.
• Finding good substitutes for expensive ingredients can save money.