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secondary

adjective
/ˈsekənderi/

Meaning

Less important than something else; derived from or dependent on something primary.

Example Sentences

Safety is our primary concern, while speed is only secondary.

Example Expressions

secondary role

Synonyms

minor, subordinate, auxiliary, less important, dependent

Antonyms

primary, main, chief

Collocations

secondary school, secondary importance, secondary effect

Related Vocabularies

Divided into two branches or parts.
Fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing; clearly expressing or indicating something.
refusing to change one's mind; firmly determined
So slight, gradual, or subtle as to be not easily noticed or perceived.
Noisy and disorderly; rough and disruptive
Extremely attentive to accuracy and detail; having moral integrity.

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