additional — extra; more than what is usual or expected
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: extra; more than what is usual or expected
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈdɪʃənl/
Example Sentences
- The restaurant charges additional fees for extra cheese, which is basically paying rent for dairy products.
- Students need additional practice before the exam.
- My mom's 'quick grocery run' turned into additional shopping for three hours.
additional
ADJECTIVE[/əˈdɪʃənl/]
extra; more than what is usual or expected
While the small order included only one waffle, the kind baker placed an additional golden scoop of ice cream on top.
ADD (join to) + ITION (joining process) + AL — by choosing to ADD one more wooden log to the stack, the camper secured an additional bundle of firewood.
Respecting the village's traditional recipe without any conditional doubt, the chef stirred in an additional pinch of sweet cinnamon.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'additionalis', derived from 'additio' (the act of adding), which comes from 'addere' meaning 'to add to' or 'to append'. The suffix '-al' was added to create an adjective form.
Breakdown
add- (to add) + -tion (act or process) + -al (adjective suffix) = additional
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The restaurant charges additional fees for extra cheese, which is basically paying rent for dairy products.”
“Students need additional practice before the exam.”
“My mom's 'quick grocery run' turned into additional shopping for three hours.”
“The company offers additional training for new employees.”
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