Synonyms for

Adds

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

Definition

To join or combine two or more numbers or things.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

augments increases enhances supplements

Informal

puts on throws in tacks on

Literary

amasses accumulates

Antonyms

subtracts removes deducts reduces diminishes lessens

Common collocations

  • adds to
  • adds up
  • adds value
  • adds detail
  • adds insult to injury
  • adds a new dimension
  • adds a personal touch

Word family

noun addition
verb add
adjective additional
adverb additionally

Usage note

The verb 'adds' is often used in the context of increasing something or contributing to it. Be mindful of its common phrasal verb forms like 'adds up' or 'adds to'.

Example sentences

  1. She adds salt to the soup.
  2. He adds two plus two and gets four.
  3. The chef adds spices to the recipe.
  4. She adds the finishing touches to the painting.
  5. The company adds a new feature to their product.

Quotes

  • Success is the sum of small efforts, repeated day in and day out. - Robert Collier
  • Every little thing counts in a crisis. - Rick Riordan
  • Add little to little and there will be a big pile. - Ovid

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