as in cumulative
produced by a series of additions of identical or similar things
certain drugs have additive effects when taken in conjunction with each other that one doesn't see when any one is used alone
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Recent Examples of additive
Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Oct. 2025
Experts continue to tout warehouse robots as additive rather than replacements, but labor rights organizations and union organizers seem to have their doubts.
—Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 25 Sep. 2025
Alec Lewis, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
Besides biofuel, it’s used as a nutritional additive in animal feed.
—Nick Ferraro, Boston Herald, 23 Sep. 2025
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Adjective
Use fragrance-free and additive-free detergents to prevent soap residue from building up on the fibers.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Oct. 2025
Experts continue to tout warehouse robots as additive rather than replacements, but labor rights organizations and union organizers seem to have their doubts.
—Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 25 Sep. 2025
Noun
The drink is divisive, like telling a Minnesotan his Michelob Golden Light isn’t good enough without a fruity additive.
—Alec Lewis, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
Besides biofuel, it’s used as a nutritional additive in animal feed.
—Nick Ferraro, Boston Herald, 23 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for additive
Adjective
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Leavitt and Ballas have received immunity from the relay round, plus two bonus points, for having the top scores in the individual dance round last week and for their cumulative judges' totals all season.—
Hannah Kirby,
jsonline.com,
11 Nov. 2025
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In an address to BBC staff on Monday, Davie suggested that his decision was as much to do with the cumulative pressure of five years in the top job as the handling of the Prescott memo itself.—
Christian Edwards,
CNN Money,
11 Nov. 2025
Noun
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All of First National Bancorp's subsidiaries are to be fully moved in on Rodney Parham Road by mid- to late November, according to Scott Beardsley, Crews & Associates' executive managing director.—
Jon Walker,
Arkansas Online,
8 Nov. 2025
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These companies, and their subsidiaries, produce the majority of the country’s conventional and nuclear rockets and missiles.—
Tamara Qiblawi,
CNN Money,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Afterwards, the ’80s pop star performed a medley of career-spanning hits with accompaniment from Avril Lavigne, Raye, and others to celebrate the occasion.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
9 Nov. 2025
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Serve with garlic bread for the perfect savory accompaniment that will conveniently help sop up every last bit of cheese and marinara sauce.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
8 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The coalition’s education drive complements the commission’s research by preparing the community to understand and support whatever proposals eventually emerge.—
J.M. Banks
November 8,
Kansas City Star,
8 Nov. 2025
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The dark chocolate hue complements most decor styles and is both trendy and timeless, plus the deep seat is supported with no-sag springs for better support.—
Paige Bennett,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Before starting a supplement, consult with your healthcare provider to determine the optimal dosage.—
T'Keyah Bazin,
Verywell Health,
5 Nov. 2025
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OneGenAway is hosting drive-through food supplement pickups.—
Gabrielle Chenault,
Nashville Tennessean,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Additive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/additive. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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