Additive
/ˈædɪtɪv/
Definitions
2 meaningsAdded to something else, usually to improve or modify it.
/ˈædɪtɪv/
Something that is added to enhance or improve something else.
The cake recipe called for several additives.
💡 Simply: Something extra that's put in.
More Examples
This additive makes the paint more durable.
How It's Used
"Many processed foods contain artificial additives."
"The additive improved the material's flexibility."
A substance added to another substance, often to improve its properties.
/ˈædɪtɪv/
A substance added to something else.
The fuel additive increased the engine's efficiency.
💡 Simply: Something added to something else.
More Examples
Several food additives are suspected of causing health problems.
How It's Used
"Food additives are regulated to ensure safety."
"The manufacturing process requires several chemical additives."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
From Latin *additivus, from addere "to add".
The word's usage has increased significantly with the rise of processed foods and industrial manufacturing.
Memory tip
Think 'add' - it's something that's added.
Word Origin
"to add"