Synonyms of add-on

add-on

noun

ˈad-ˌän 

as in option

something that is not necessary in itself but adds to the convenience or performance of the main piece of equipment

a blow-dryer that comes with a couple of add-ons for people who are serious about styling their hair

Synonyms & Similar Words

• option
• accessory
• appliance
• adaptor
• adapter
• appendage
• adjunct
• additive
• accessary
• attachment
• enhancement
• accouterment
• accoutrement
• equipment
• accompaniment
• complement
• supplement
• subsidiary
• filler
• auxiliary
• ornament
• luxury
• furnishings
• extra
• incidental
• trappings
• embroidery
• decoration
• adornment
• nonessential
• trimming
• appurtenances
• embellishment
• garnish
• amenity
• paraphernalia
• frill
• trim
• habiliment(s)
• nonnecessity
• doodad
• bells and whistles

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• essential
• requirement
• necessity
• requisite

Examples of add-on in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This free add-on can extract insights from surveys, customer feedback, and text-heavy PDFs. —Sol Rashidi, Forbes, 16 Oct. 2024

The line-cutting passes are available as upcharge add-ons to daily tickets ($104 to $206), parkhopper tickets ($169 To $281) and annual passes ($599 To $1,749). —Brady MacDonald, Orange County Register, 16 Oct. 2024

The Ambient Aware feature is also a great add-on for runners, who may want to listen to their tunes without totally tuning out the world around them. —Emily Abbate, SELF, 14 Oct. 2024

However, its relatively limited bandwidth and storage may drive you to purchase add-ons that swiftly grow your bill. —PCMAG, 12 Oct. 2024