Pronunciation

/əˈd/

Definitions

• Verb: To include or incorporate something, usually with the help of a plus sign (+) or by adding numbers or items together.
• Noun: The act of adding, sum, or extra quantity. For example: “The recipe calls for an additional tablespoon of sugar.”
• Preposition: In connection with addition, such as “add to” or “add up to.”

Phrases

• “Add it to the list” means to include something in a collection or series.
• “Add insult to injury” is a phrase used when something makes a bad situation worse.
• “Add value” refers to improving the worth or usefulness of something.

Example Sentences

• Verb: “Please add the milk to the coffee.”
• Noun: “The total cost of the trip adds up to $1000.”
• Preposition: “She added a note to the end of the report.”

Synonyms

• Include
• Incorporate
• Sum
• Increase
• Enhance
• Boost
• Add up
• Total

Antonyms

• Subtract
• Remove
• Decrease
• Deduct
• Minus
• Reduce