third Synonyms
Another word for third
• noun (Context 1)
One of three equal parts into which a whole may be divided.
"About a one-third of the students in the class speak more than two languages."
• adjective (Context 2)
Constituting number three in a sequence; coming after the second in time, order, or importance.
"She lives on the tertiary floor of the apartment building."
• adverb (Context 3)
In the third place; used to introduce a third point or reason in a series.
"First, we need to gather the data; second, we must analyze it; and thirdly, we will present our findings."
• noun (Context 4)
The person or thing in the third position in a sequence, competition, or group.
"He finished in a close third place behind the two defending champions."
• adjective (Context 5)
Being one of three equal parts into which something is divided.
"Each partner is entitled to a one-third share of the company's profits."
• noun (Context 6)
The third base on a baseball or softball diamond, or the fielding position defending it.
"The runner slid safely into third base just ahead of the throw."
• noun (Context 7)
A musical interval spanning three degrees of the diatonic scale.
"The two vocalists sang the chorus in harmonious thirds."
• verb (Context 8)
To express support for or endorse a motion, proposal, or statement after two others have already spoken in favor of it.
"After my colleague seconded the nomination, I happily thirded it."
Opposites of third
The opposite of third shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: