Synonyms of secondhand

secondhand

adjective

ˈse-kən(d)-ˈhand 

as in secondary

taken or created from something original or basic

memoirs filled with secondhand stories about show-business celebrities

Synonyms & Similar Words

• secondary
• derivative
• resultant
• unoriginal
• consequent

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• original
• basic
• fundamental
• first
• nonderivative
• primary

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of secondhand

The tool comes at a time when secondhand retail and thrift are seeing a surge, especially with the macroeconomic backdrop of higher inflation, lower consumer confidence and more price-conscious buyers. — Laya Neelakandan, CNBC, 6 Aug. 2026

Just as a side note, Barlow lenses are widely available at very modest prices — especially secondhand. — Damian Peach, Space.com, 4 Aug. 2026

Vendors landed on the Beehive’s 20,000-square-foot courtyard in South Los Angeles, filling it with food, art and secondhand clothing vendors. — Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026

While imposing administrative burdens, the regulation is expected to supercharge the already booming secondhand fashion market, which grew four times faster than primary retail last year. — Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026