something next in quality below the first; something next to the best
Mia tried to like Aaron but she couldn't get over the feeling that he was second best compared to the guy she really wanted to date.
Second best is a choice that is next in quality to the best.
An example of second best is when you date someone on the rebound after the person that you really love broke up with you.
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second best
noun
One that is next to the best.
adverb
Next to the best.
Related Forms:
- sec′ond-best′
adjective
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Sentence Examples
- Dodge Durango: Edmunds named the Durango as the fourth best vehicle for towing, making it the second-best SUV in the list.
- Nissan Armada: Edmunds ranked the Nissan Armada as the second-best vehicle on the road for towing.