Secular Definition & Meaning
secular
- adjective
- of or relating to the doctrine that rejects religion and religious considerations
- characteristic of or devoted to the temporal world as opposed to the spiritual world; "worldly goods and advancement"; "temporal possessions of the church"
- not concerned with or devoted to religion; "sacred and profane music"; "secular drama"; "secular architecture", "children being brought up in an entirely profane environment"
- of or relating to clergy not bound by monastic vows; "the secular clergy"
- characteristic of those who are not members of the clergy; "set his collar in laic rather than clerical position"; "the lay ministry"
- noun
- someone who is not a clergyman or a professional person
"Secular" in song lyrics
See how secular is used in real songs:
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"All the time, a certain state of mind defines secular"
Arsonists & Anomolies — Blacklisted -
"Stands between the extremes of sacred and secular"
The Cross Movement — Cypha Time -
"What you hold sacred is secular"
Obscure Disorder — Maintain the Focus (Dirty)
Words that rhyme with secular
Usage tips for "secular"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "secular" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for secular to find words that pair well.