Secondarily

usgb/ˌsekənˈderəli/
adverb

In a way that is not first or most important.

The drug is intended to be used secondarily when the first-line treatment fails to work.
Visual representation of "secondarily" - In a way that is not first or most important

Often appears as...

  • secondarily associated
  • secondarily infected

Usage tips

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Secondary Importance

Use 'secondarily' to show something is less important compared to another aspect.

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The funding was primarily for research and secondarily for development.
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Alternate Option

'Secondarily' indicates something is an alternative or backup option.

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If the primary method fails, we will secondarily rely on this technique.
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Sequence of Actions

Use 'secondarily' when outlining steps that follow an initial action.

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We focused on the design first and secondarily on usability testing.
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