Synonyms for

Subsidiary

Verb / sʌˈbsɪdi:ˌeri: / Another word for subsidiary — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A company that is owned or controlled by a larger company.

Synonyms & similar words

subsidiarycompany supplemental underling subordinate footsoldier supplementary auxiliary affiliated secondary auxiliary supporting ancillary supplementary additional complementary dependent subordinate adjunct satellite related connected associated belonging underlying incidental minor lesser

Synonyms by register

Formal

ancillary subordinate secondary auxiliary

Informal

offshoot branch arm

Antonyms

primary principal main chief major dominant parent

Common collocations

  • subsidiary company
  • subsidiary business
  • subsidiary operation
  • wholly owned subsidiary
  • major subsidiary
  • subsidiary legislation
  • subsidiary clause

Word family

noun subsidiary
verb subsidize
adjective subsidiary
adverb subsidiarily

Usage note

Often used in a business context to refer to a company controlled by a parent company. Can also refer to something that is secondary or supplementary.

Example sentences

  1. The local bank is a subsidiary of a much larger corporation.
  2. The subsidiary company was responsible for producing a new product line.
  3. The parent company relies on its subsidiary for research and development.
  4. The subsidiary's profits are included in the parent company's financial statements.
  5. The subsidiary was established to expand the parent company's operations.

Quotes

  • 'Being a subsidiary is the best way to be successful in business.' - John Gokongwei
  • 'The subsidiary is a vital part of the company's success.' - Michael Dell
  • 'A subsidiary is like a small fish in a big pond.' - Anonymous

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