Synonyms for

Tertiary

Verb / ˈtɜ:ʃɜ:i: / / ˈtɜ:ʃi:ˌeri: / Another word for tertiary — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

relating to or denoting higher education, typically provided by universities

Synonyms & similar words

rd tertiary tertiaryperiod third post-secondary university-level college academia scholastic intellectual erudite learned educated pedagogical didactic academic collegiate instructive enlightening edifying cultural refined highbrow

Synonyms by register

Formal

third subordinate ancillary secondary

Antonyms

primary first initial principal main foremost chief

Common collocations

  • tertiary education
  • tertiary sector
  • tertiary alcohol
  • tertiary care
  • tertiary structure
  • tertiary industry
  • tertiary consumer

Word family

noun tertian
adjective tertiary

Usage note

Often used in academic, scientific, or economic contexts to denote a third level or rank. Avoid using informally where simpler terms like 'third' or 'secondary' suffice.

Example sentences

  1. I will continue my tertiary education by pursuing a Master's degree.
  2. Tertiary education is important for advancing your career.
  3. She decided to take a tertiary course in computer programming.
  4. Many students go into debt to pay for their tertiary education.
  5. Tertiary education is not always necessary to be successful in life.

Quotes

  • Tertiary education is the gateway to the future, and if you want to be successful, you must take it seriously. - Nelson Mandela
  • Tertiary education is not a luxury, it is a necessity for a better life. - Barack Obama
  • The purpose of tertiary education is to prepare students for the challenges of the future. - Albert Einstein

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