secondary

/ˌsɛkˈɒndəri/ or /ˌsɛkˈɒndɛri/

Definitions

1. adjective

coming after the first in time or order; subordinate

“The school has a primary and secondary education system.”

2. noun

a structure or feature that is subordinate or supplementary

“The secondary bedrooms were smaller than the main bedroom.”

3. adverb

in a secondary way or to a lesser extent

“The company’s secondary market performance was not impressive.”

Synonyms

  • auxiliary
  • subordinate

Antonyms

  • primary