subscribe

[səbˈskraɪb]

subscribe Definition

• 1. to arrange to receive something regularly, especially a newspaper or magazine, by paying in advance
• 2. to express the desire or approval to receive or participate in something
• 3. to support financially or with one's presence

Using subscribe: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "subscribe" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I subscribe to several magazines.

• Example

  She subscribed to the newsletter to stay updated.

• Example

  He subscribed to the idea of starting a new business.

• Example

  They subscribed to the charity to help the cause.

• Example

  We subscribed to the channel to watch their videos.

subscribe Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for subscribe

• enroll
• register
• join
• support
• sign up

Antonyms for subscribe

• cancel
• unsubscribe
• opt-out

Phrases with subscribe

• subscribe to

  to agree with or support an idea or belief

  Example

  I don't subscribe to the notion that money can buy happiness.

• subscribe to a channel

  to become a member of a channel on a video-sharing platform

  Example

  Don't forget to subscribe to our channel for more content!

• subscribe to a service

  to pay for and use a service on a regular basis

  Example

  I decided to subscribe to the streaming service to watch my favorite shows.

Origins of subscribe

from Latin 'subscribere', meaning 'write underneath'

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Summary: subscribe in Brief

The verb 'subscribe' [səbˈskraɪb] means to arrange to receive something regularly by paying in advance, express the desire or approval to receive or participate in something, or support financially or with one's presence. It is often used in the context of newspapers, magazines, newsletters, and services. 'Subscribe' extends into phrases like 'subscribe to,' denoting agreement or support, and 'subscribe to a channel,' referring to becoming a member of a video-sharing platform.