adverb
- used to introduce the second point in a series or list
Usage: transitional word
Examples
- First, we need to gather all the materials. Secondly, we must organize them by category.
- The plan has two major flaws: firstly, it’s too expensive, and secondly, it won’t work in winter.
- Secondly, I’d like to address the budget concerns raised earlier.
- She listed her reasons: firstly, the location was perfect, and secondly, the price was reasonable.
- Secondly, we should consider the environmental impact of this decision.
- The report covers three main topics: safety first, secondly efficiency, and finally cost.