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Wordabulary

secondary

Pronunciation
Adjective B1 Intermediate

Quick answer

Less important than something else, or coming after or following on from something first.

"Her main job is teaching; writing is secondary."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

lesser subordinate

Antonyms

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "Her main job is teaching; writing is _____."

Answer: secondary

In your own words, what does "secondary" mean?

Less important than something else, or coming after or following on from something first.

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