What does "subpar" mean?

Of less than a traditional or accepted standard.

What is a synonym for "subpar"?

Common synonyms include: below standard, cruddy, disappointing, dismal, downgraded, inferior.

/səbˈpɑː/ adj

adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Adjective

1
Of less than a traditional or accepted standard. not-comparable
"Bob's grasp of English was subpar."
2
Synonym of below par. not-comparable
3
Trading at a price below face value. not-comparable

"We're not the least bit afraid of being subpar."

From sub- + par.