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ancillary vs auxiliary

auxiliary vs ancillary

ancillary is not a noun while auxiliary is a noun.

ancillary and auxiliary both are adjectives.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
ancillary No Yes No No
auxiliary Yes Yes No No
As adjectives, ancillary and auxiliary are synonyms defined as:
  • ancillary and auxiliary: furnishing added support
Other synonyms of ancillary include accessory, adjunct, adjuvant, appurtenant.
ancillary (noun) auxiliary (noun)
someone who acts as assistant
ancillary (adjective) auxiliary (adjective)
furnishing added support functioning in a supporting capacity
furnishing added support
Difference between ancillary and auxiliary

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