Synonyms of additions

additions

noun

plural of addition

1

as in extensions

a smaller structure added to a main building

a new addition to the library providing space for an expanded video collection

Synonyms & Similar Words

• extensions
• annexes
• wings
• penthouses
• arms
• ells

2

as in increases

something added (as by growth)

the cache of old stamps I found in the discarded desk was a huge addition to my stamp collection

Synonyms & Similar Words

• increases
• boosts
• gains
• expansions
• augmentations
• increments
• addenda
• raises
• supplements
• accretions
• accruals
• rises
• more
• pluses
• proliferations
• accumulations
• step-ups
• upticks
• extensions
• continuations
• collections
• complements
• spikes
• appendixes
• gatherings
• accessions
• jumps
• assemblages
• upturns
• uptrends
• run-ups

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• reductions
• losses
• decreases
• diminutions
• depletions
• declines
• shrinkages
• abatements
• falls
• decrements
• subtractions
• deductions
• diminishments
• drop-offs
• step-downs
• falloffs

3

as in accumulations

the act or process of becoming greater in number

how do you account for the addition of more paint stains on your shirt after you put on a smock?

Synonyms & Similar Words

• increases
• accumulations
• multiplications
• proliferations
• growths
• expansions
• enlargements
• extensions
• augmentations
• amplifications
• escalations
• accruals
• accretions
• inflations
• gains
• cumulations
• rises
• creeps
• increments
• spreads
• hikes
• distensions
• boosts

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• decreases
• reductions
• contractions
• diminutions
• condensations
• drops
• shrinkages
• abatements
• diminishments
• falls
• drop-offs
• falloffs
• shortenings
• retrenchments
• constrictions
• compressions

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of additions

In 2025, Reid used Smith in the backfield, in the slot and out wide, and the additions of Walker and Demercado mean Smith should profile more as a package weapon and receiver in 2026. — Kansas City Star, 11 July 2026

Other recent additions include a garden gym and meeting room. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 July 2026

Schafer, who is not involved with the undertaking, said the likely approach is to have the century-old building continue to carry its own weight while building a new structural system to support additions. — ABC News, 10 July 2026

There are also exciting new additions, including Season 2 of The Undeclared War, and Season 3 of The Ark, scheduled to premiere on July 30, 2026. — Paul Brett, Space.com, 10 July 2026

Consider pairing yielding fruits like nectarines with crisper specimens like apples, even softer fruits like bananas or cherimoya or crunchier additions like passionfruit pulp or shreds of coconut. — Cooking Editor, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026

The Fishes Royale platter is a showstopper with native lobster, langoustines, toro and wild red prawns, plus optional additions of Oscietra caviar. — Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

The announcement was made Thursday as part of the fair’s annual reveal of its newest additions. — Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 9 July 2026

Everton are likely to look at further wing additions too, with the futures of Iliman Ndiaye and Dwight McNeil uncertain. — Patrick Boyland, New York Times, 4 July 2026