Definitions and Examples of first, second, third
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Coming before all others in time, order, or importance.
Example
She won the first prize in the competition.
Coming after the first in position or time.
Example
He finished second in the race.
Coming after the second in position or time.
Example
She was the third person to arrive at the party.
Key Differences: first vs second vs third
- 1First is the initial position in a sequence or order.
- 2Second is the position that comes after the first.
- 3Third is the position that comes after the second.
Effective Usage of first, second, third
- 1Sequencing: Use these antonyms to describe the order of events or actions.
- 2Ranking: Use these antonyms to describe the hierarchy or importance of things.
- 3Comparing: Use these antonyms to compare and contrast different positions or levels.
Remember this!
The antonyms first, second, and third describe different positions in a sequence or order. Use them to sequence events, rank things, or compare different positions or levels.