Synonyms of add

add 1 of 2

verb (1)

ˈad 

1

as in to attach

to join (something) to a mass, quantity, or number so as to bring about an overall increase

the band recently added a saxophonist and a keyboard player to its ranks

add another cup of flour to the mixture

Synonyms & Similar Words

• attach
• introduce
• insert
• affix
• expand
• append
• annex
• augment
• enhance
• increase
• tack (on)
• inject
• reinforce
• multiply
• extend
• adjoin
• tie
• infuse
• subjoin
• supply
• fix
• tag
• complement
• amplify
• raise
• intensify
• lengthen
• enlarge
• supplement
• fasten
• prolong
• heighten
• boost
• enforce
• escalate
• maximize
• strengthen
• elongate
• swell (up)
• graft
• hitch
• compound
• magnify
• aggrandize
• beef (up)
• reenforce
• interfuse
• protract

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• remove
• subtract
• deduct
• take off
• separate
• reduce
• abate
• cut
• detach
• disconnect
• decrease
• diminish
• knock off
• sever
• lessen
• excise
• lower
• amputate
• shorten
• contract
• bate
• curtail
• unfasten
• abridge
• abbreviate
• disjoin
• compress
• cut back
• condense
• lop (off)
• constrict
• retrench

2

as in to calculate

to combine (numbers) into a single sum

when she added all the phone charges herself, she discovered an error in her bill

Synonyms & Similar Words

• calculate
• sum
• count
• cast (up)
• compute
• total
• summate
• totalize
• put together
• number
• tabulate
• tell
• tot (up)
• tote (up)
• foot (up)
• table
• figure
• work out
• enumerate
• cipher
• tally
• reckon
• recompute
• refigure

add (to)

2 of 2

verb (2)

as in to increase

to make greater in size, amount, or number

the need to be back home before 5:00 p.m. adds to the difficulty of arranging the trip

Synonyms & Similar Words

• increase
• accelerate
• expand
• augment
• boost
• raise
• multiply
• extend
• pump up
• build up
• enhance
• reinforce
• maximize
• compound
• amplify
• escalate
• swell
• intensify
• enlarge
• stoke
• strengthen
• up
• flesh (out)
• aggrandize
• draw out
• supplement
• hype
• supersize
• bump (up)
• ratchet (up)
• jump
• develop
• rachet (up)
• blow up
• prolong
• complement
• inflate
• spike
• skyrocket
• follow up
• lengthen
• heighten
• elongate
• boom
• dilate
• stretch
• distend
• accumulate
• beef (up)
• protract
• reenforce
• magnify
• collect
• amass
• parlay

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• reduce
• subtract (from)
• decrease
• diminish
• lessen
• lower
• downsize
• dwindle
• abate
• shorten
• curtail
• abridge
• abbreviate
• cut back
• minify
• contract
• de-escalate
• compress
• condense
• constrict
• retrench

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of add

Verb

The filmmaker added that news of the film’s streaming debut being paused will sadly increase piracy of the film in India. —Zac Ntim, Deadline, 17 Oct. 2025

Furry textures added a tactile surprise to Loewe’s oversized jean shorts and slouchy jeans. —Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 17 Oct. 2025

Each sip reflects Lazio’s volcanic soil, adding distinctive minerality and depth. —Fulvio De Bonis, Travel + Leisure, 17 Oct. 2025

In true Acadiana style, the secret to these one-of-a-kind burgers is a special sauce that adds a kick and is specifically suited to South Louisianan’s tastes. —Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 17 Oct. 2025

Phrases Containing add

• add (to)
• add up (to)