Pronunciation

/ˈsʌmɪt/

Definitions

Noun

• A submission, especially one to be evaluated or accepted by someone in authority or a competition: “The artist’s work was finally submitted to the gallery.”
• The act of surrendering or offering something (such as ideas or opinions) to be considered or acted upon: “Employees were asked to submit their suggestions for improving the workflow.”

Verb

• To present (a document, artwork, or idea) for consideration, acceptance, or approval: “The students submitted their essays on time.”
• To give in or yield to a request or demand: “After much debate, he finally submitted to her wishes.”
• To comply with a rule or regulation: “Employees must submit their expense reports by the end of the month.”

Phrases

• “Submit an application” means to send in a formal request or form for consideration.
• “Submit a proposal” is to present ideas or plans for approval or funding.
• “Submit to a test” implies agreeing to undergo a check or examination.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The students had to submit their research papers to the professor before the deadline.”
• Verb: “After several revisions, the author finally submitted the manuscript to the publisher.”
• Verb: “If you don’t submit your taxes on time, you may face penalties.”

Synonyms

• Offer
• Present
• Hand over
• Propose
• Concede
• Yield
• Surrender
• Present (ideas)
• Submit oneself (to a rule or authority)