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Additive

Verb / ˈædʌtɪv / / ˈædɪtɪv / Another word for additive — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Synonyms & similar words

nonlinear subtractive linear

Synonyms by register

Formal

supplementary additional ancillary auxiliary

Informal

extra added bonus plus

Literary

concomitant accompanying

Antonyms

subtractive deductive removable detachable separate independent

Common collocations

  • food additive
  • chemical additive
  • additive manufacturing
  • additive process
  • additive effect
  • additive identity
  • additive inverse

Word family

noun additive
adjective additive

Usage note

As an adjective, 'additive' often refers to something that is added to a substance or system, like a food additive. As a noun, it refers to the substance itself.

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