second Synonyms
Another word for second
• noun (Context 1)
The base unit of time in the International System of Units (SI), traditionally equal to one-sixtieth of a minute; informally, a very brief moment of time.
"Wait just a sec while I grab my coat from the hallway."
• adjective (Context 2)
Constituting number two in a sequence; coming immediately after the first in time, order, or space.
"She finished the marathon in next place, just behind the defending champion."
• adverb (Context 3)
In the second place or rank; used to introduce a second point or reason in a series.
"First, we need to review the budget, and secondly, we must finalize the schedule."
• noun (Context 4)
A person or thing that comes immediately after the first in a sequence, competition, or hierarchy.
"He is the runner-up of four children in a very musical household."
• adjective (Context 5)
Additional to or serving as a replacement or supplement for one already existing.
"The family decided to purchase a another home in the countryside."
• adjective (Context 6)
Subordinate or inferior in position, rank, or importance.
"As first mate, he was secondary in command of the research vessel."
• verb (Context 7)
To formally express support or endorsement for a motion or nomination in a parliamentary meeting so that it may be debated or voted upon.
"After the treasurer proposed the new budget, another board member quickly rose to endorse the motion."
• verb (Context 8)
To assist, reinforce, or back up someone in an effort, action, or contest.
"His diplomatic efforts were ably seconded by the tireless work of his legal staff."
• noun (Context 9)
An attendant who assists and supports a contestant in a duel or a boxing match.
"The boxer's seconds rushed into the ring with water and towels as the bell rang."
• noun (Context 10)
An item of manufactured goods that has a minor flaw or imperfection and is sold at a reduced price (usually used in the plural).
"You can buy factory seconds at the pottery outlet for half the regular retail price."
• verb (Context 11)
To temporarily transfer an employee, official, or military officer to another department or organization for special duty.
"She was seconded from the Ministry of Finance to advise the regional development agency for six months."
• noun (Context 12)
A unit of angular measurement equal to one-sixtieth of a minute of arc, or 1/3,600 of a degree.
"The astronomer measured the star's position to within a fraction of a arcsecond of arc."
Opposites of second
The opposite of second shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: