secular
Translation
secular, non-religious, worldly
Examples
We live in a secular society.
We live in a secular society.
He prefers secular music over religious hymns.
He prefers secular music over religious hymns.
Grammar Patterns
((a/an)) secular ((noun)) not having any connection with religion We live in a secular society.
Similar Words
Synonyms: worldly, non-religious, temporal; Antonyms: religious, spiritual, sacred
Etymology
From Latin 'saecularis' meaning 'of an age, worldly', from 'saeculum' (age, generation, world).
Memory Tips
Think 'secure' from religious influence. A secular government is 'secure' from being controlled by a church.