C1noun formal 3K

Submission

🇬🇧 UK /["/səbˈmɪʃn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/səbˈmɪʃn/"]/

Meaning of Submission

the act of accepting that somebody has defeated you and that you must obey them

In simple words: Giving up control or agreeing to someone else's authority.

Submission in a sentence

• The deadline for submission of the project is next Monday.
• Please review your submission carefully before sending it to the editor.
• His submission to the competition was praised for its originality.
• The wrestler showed submission after the opponent applied the hold.
• The treaty marked the submission of the rebellious territory to the government.
• After years of contesting, their submission to the authority ended the conflict.
• To improve the chances of acceptance, make sure your submission meets all guidelines.

How to use Submission

Often used in formal contexts, such as legal or organizational settings. It may not be suitable in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

submission + to + authority/person

Memory hint

Think of 'submit' and 'mission' — completing a mission requires submitting to rules.

Related words

Collocations with Submission

• complete
• total
• demand
• expect
• get
• submission to
• detailed
• lengthy
• joint
• make
• accept
• reject
• in a/​the submission
• submission for
• submission to
• oral
• written
• closing
• consider
• hear
• support

Synonyms for Submission

• surrender

Opposites of Submission

• defiance
• rebellion
• resistance

Common mistakes with Submission

• Confused with 'submitting', which is the act of sending something.
• Used inappropriately in informal contexts.
• Misunderstood as a weakness rather than a voluntary act.

Frequently asked questions about Submission

What does Submission mean?

Giving up control or agreeing to someone else's authority.

What is the definition of Submission?

the act of accepting that somebody has defeated you and that you must obey them

How do you use Submission in a sentence?

The deadline for submission of the project is next Monday.

Can you give another example of Submission?

Please review your submission carefully before sending it to the editor.

What are synonyms for Submission?

Common alternatives include surrender.

What is the opposite of Submission?

Opposite meanings include defiance, rebellion, resistance.

What words go with Submission?

It commonly pairs with complete, total, demand, expect, get, submission to, detailed, lengthy, joint, make, accept, reject, in a/​the submission, submission for, submission to, oral, written, closing, consider, hear, support.

What are common mistakes when using Submission?

Confused with 'submitting', which is the act of sending something. Used inappropriately in informal contexts. Misunderstood as a weakness rather than a voluntary act.

How do you pronounce Submission?

US: /["/səbˈmɪʃn/"]/, UK: /["/səbˈmɪʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Submission formal or informal?

"Submission" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Submission?

Often used in formal contexts, such as legal or organizational settings. It may not be suitable in casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Submission?

"Submission" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.