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seconds Synonyms

Another word for seconds

Choosing another word for seconds depends on context, so the 27 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 6 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

Plural form of second; units of time each equal to one-sixtieth of a minute, or brief moments of time.

Usage Example

"The sprinter finished the race in less than ten moments."

Strong
moments
instants
flashes
Weak
heartbeats
ticks

• noun (Context 2)

An additional helping of food served at a meal after the first portion has been eaten.

Usage Example

"The stew was so delicious that everyone at the table went back for refill."

Strong
refill

• verb (Context 3)

To formally support or endorse a motion, proposal, or nomination in a meeting or assembly as a necessary preliminary to a vote (third-person singular simple present).

Usage Example

"Once a committee member endorses the motion, the chairperson will open the floor for debate."

Strongest
endorses
Strong
supports
backs
sponsors
upholds
approves

• noun (Context 4)

Manufactured goods or merchandise having minor flaws or imperfections, typically sold at a reduced price.

Usage Example

"She bought the ceramic plates at a steep discount from a bin of factory rejects."

Strongest
rejects
irregulars
Strong
imperfects
culls

• noun (Context 5)

Attendants or assistants who support a contestant in a duel or a boxer or wrestler in a match.

Usage Example

"The referee instructed the cornermen to leave the ring before the next round began."

Strong
cornermen
handlers
assistants
attendants
Weak
aides

• verb (Context 6)

To temporarily transfer an employee, official, or military officer to another department or post (third-person singular simple present).

Usage Example

"The ministry regularly transfers experienced analysts to regional offices to help manage complex projects."

Strong
transfers
reassigns
detaches
loans
posts
assigns

Opposites of seconds

The opposite of seconds shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

opposes
vetoes
rejects
recalls
blocks
retains
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