Secondary

usgb/ˈsekənderi/
adjective

Not as important as something else.

The counseling department is secondary to the academic department in the university.
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  • secondary role
  • secondary importance
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Relative Importance

Indicates something matters less in the situation than other aspects.

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Getting a good sleep is secondary to finishing this project on time.
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Supporting Role

Often used when someone's role is to support a more central person or function.

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His work as an assistant was secondary to the manager's duties.
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Not the Goal

Describes an outcome that is not the main target or goal.

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For her, enjoying the class is secondary to getting an A.
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