second class
The term "second class" is often used to describe a lower level of service, status, or quality in comparison to the highest level.
Definition
B1Travel
(general)A category of travel service that offers fewer amenities and less comfort than the highest category.
Example
- She bought a second-class train ticket for her trip to the city.
B2Mail
(general)A type of postal service that is slower and less expensive than the fastest option.
Example
- The magazine was sent via second-class mail.
B2Social Status
(social, informal)A perceived lower level of social or economic importance compared to others.
Example
- He felt like a second-class citizen because of the way he was treated.
B1General Quality
(general)A lower level of quality or ranking compared to the highest level.
Example
- The hotel was considered second class due to its outdated facilities.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "second class":
third classfirst classfourth classsecond-class citizenupper classfirst-class objectfirst-class citizenmiddle classword classprivate first classopportunity classgeneral classificationsecond string