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UK/["/səbˈmɪt/","/səbˈmɪts/","/səbˈmɪtɪd/","/səbˈmɪtɪŋ/"]/US/["/səbˈmɪt/","/səbˈmɪts/","/səbˈmɪtɪd/","/səbˈmɪtɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Submit

to give a document, proposal, etc. to somebody in authority so that they can study or consider it

In simple words: To give something for someone to look at or decide on.

Submit in a sentence

  • Please submit your application before the deadline.
  • He decided to submit the report after finishing his research.
  • You must submit your homework by Friday to receive full credit.
  • In the meeting, she chose to submit her ideas for the new project.
  • They had to submit to the rules of the competition.
  • It's important to submit to the authority in a respectful manner.
  • After a long discussion, he was ready to submit any objections.

How to use Submit

Used in formal and neutral contexts, such as in applications or proposals. Avoid using ‘submit’ in very casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

submit + object

Memory hint

Think of a teacher asking for your homework to be 'submitted' on their desk.

Related words

Collocations with Submit

  • formally
  • respectfully
  • humbly
  • ask somebody to
  • invite somebody to
  • require somebody to
  • for
  • to
  • voluntarily
  • willingly
  • meekly
  • refuse to
  • agree to
  • be prepared to
  • to

Synonyms for Submit

Opposites of Submit

Common mistakes with Submit

  • Confusing 'submit' with 'send' - 'Submit' often implies a formal process.
  • Using 'submit' without a clear object.
  • Overusing 'submit' instead of simpler verbs like 'give' or 'hand in' in informal scenarios.

Compare Submit with Present, Propose, File, Deposit

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Frequently asked questions about Submit

What does Submit mean?

To give something for someone to look at or decide on.

What is the definition of Submit?

to give a document, proposal, etc. to somebody in authority so that they can study or consider it

How do you use Submit in a sentence?

Please submit your application before the deadline.

Can you give another example of Submit?

He decided to submit the report after finishing his research.

What are synonyms for Submit?

Common alternatives include present, hand in, propose, file, deposit.

What is the opposite of Submit?

Opposite meanings include withdraw, cancel.

What words go with Submit?

It commonly pairs with formally, respectfully, humbly, ask somebody to, invite somebody to, require somebody to, for, to, voluntarily, willingly, meekly, refuse to, agree to, be prepared to, to.

What are common mistakes when using Submit?

Confusing 'submit' with 'send' - 'Submit' often implies a formal process. Using 'submit' without a clear object. Overusing 'submit' instead of simpler verbs like 'give' or 'hand in' in informal scenarios.

How do you pronounce Submit?

US: /["/səbˈmɪt/","/səbˈmɪts/","/səbˈmɪtɪd/","/səbˈmɪtɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/səbˈmɪt/","/səbˈmɪts/","/səbˈmɪtɪd/","/səbˈmɪtɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Submit?

Used in formal and neutral contexts, such as in applications or proposals. Avoid using ‘submit’ in very casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Submit?

"Submit" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.