additional

adjective

ad·​di·​tion·​al ə-ˈdi-sh(ə-)nəl 

a-

: more than is usual or expected : added

additional information

Synonyms

• added
• another
• else
• farther
• fresh
• further
• more
• other

Examples of additional in a Sentence

Larger windows will require additional work, but the additional light they will provide may be worth the extra trouble.

there turned out to be additional reasons for her unauthorized absence

Recent Examples on the Web

Thousands of additional cops in Milwaukee for RNC Prior to the convention, Milwaukee officials estimated about 4,000 officers from law enforcement agencies outside the city would take part in policing the city this week. —John Diedrich, USA TODAY, 17 July 2024

There are tons of additional deals to shop below, so keep reading while prices start at just $6. —Carly Totten, Southern Living, 16 July 2024

But, in rare cases, the tooth grinding may be caused by another condition that needs to be addressed or lead to additional problems for your toddler. —Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Parents, 16 July 2024

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Word History

Etymology

addition + -al entry 1

First Known Use

1563, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

additional

adjective

ad·​di·​tion·​al ə-ˈdish-nəl 

-ən-ᵊl

: being an addition : extra

additionally

-ē

adverb