undersecretary Definition
a high-ranking official in a government department, subordinate to a minister or secretary.
Using undersecretary: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "undersecretary" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The undersecretary of state for foreign affairs resigned today.
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The undersecretary of defense is responsible for procurement and logistics.
Example
She was appointed as the undersecretary of education in the new administration.
undersecretary Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for undersecretary
- deputy secretary
- assistant secretary
- junior minister
Summary: undersecretary in Brief
An 'undersecretary' [ˌʌndərˈsek(r)ətri] is a high-ranking official in a government department who is subordinate to a minister or secretary. They are responsible for managing specific areas of the department's work and implementing policies. Examples of undersecretaries include the undersecretary of state for foreign affairs and the undersecretary of defense.
