'to be subject to' and 'to be subjected to'

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is there any difference between the two?

you may say, 'seats are subject to availability', meaning you may or may not have a seat depending on the number of seats available at that time.

you also say, 'he was subjected to torture', meaning someone tortured him.

could someone give an explanation on the rule of using the phrases?

thanks.

Clive · Accepted Answer

Hi,

In #1, 'subject' is an adjective.

In #2, 'subjected' is a verb form, in the passive.

Best wishes, Clive

Pchuang · Answer

now i can see the difference. many thanks.

Inchoateknowledge · Answer

the way i dress is a subject to much mirth in the office.
i am subjected to much criticism.
i am not sure if these sentences are correct, i just made them up.
this is how i percieve their refinements, mind!

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