secretarial (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌsɛkrəˈtɛəriəl/

Definition

Relating to the work or duties of a secretary, such as typing, filing, answering phones, and managing correspondence.

Examples

• He applied for a secretarial position at the law firm.

• The office manager handles all secretarial tasks.

• Her secretarial training included shorthand and office procedures.

Synonyms of secretarial

Words with a similar meaning to secretarial:

• clerical
• administrative
• organizational
• executive

Antonyms of secretarial

Words with the opposite meaning to secretarial:

• managerial
• supervisory

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