Vocabulary Entry

secondary

|adjective • noun

adjective

Of second rank, importance, or value; not primary.

Example Sentences

"The secondary education system is essential for preparing students for higher studies."

"She took a secondary role in the project, supporting the lead designer."

"In the hierarchy, the secondary manager reported to the department head."

noun

Example Sentences

"The secondary of the document provided additional context for the main argument."

"In chemistry, secondary alcohols have the hydroxyl group attached to a carbon that is bonded to two other carbons."

"The teacher emphasized the importance of secondary sources in academic research."