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as in assistant
a person who helps a more skilled person
serving as an adjunct to the congressional delegation on its fact-finding mission
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as in option
something that is not necessary in itself but adds to the convenience or performance of the main piece of equipment
you can spend a lot on camera accessories, but this nifty little battery recharger is the one adjunct that will pay for itself
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as in supplementary
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Recent Examples of adjunct
Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 24 July 2025
Tidmarsh, an adjunct professor of pediatrics and neonatology at Stanford University’s School of Medicine, will lead one of the biggest and most crucial divisions of the FDA, which reviews the vast majority of new drug applications.
—Annika Kim Constantino, CNBC, 21 July 2025
Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2025
This set’s first two episodes are mainly about the Alliance’s most problematic adjuncts: Luthen and Kleya.
—Noel Murray, New York Times, 14 May 2025
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Noun
As an adjunct professor, Black taught criminal evidence courses at his alma mater, the University of Miami School of Law, as early as 1973.
—Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 24 July 2025
Tidmarsh, an adjunct professor of pediatrics and neonatology at Stanford University’s School of Medicine, will lead one of the biggest and most crucial divisions of the FDA, which reviews the vast majority of new drug applications.
—Annika Kim Constantino, CNBC, 21 July 2025
Adjective
His brother, Mike Love, was a founding member of the Beach Boys, and Stan Love eventually became an essential adjunct to the band, serving as a human shield for his cousin, Brian Wilson, throughout the turbulent late 1970s and early ‘80s.
—Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2025
This set’s first two episodes are mainly about the Alliance’s most problematic adjuncts: Luthen and Kleya.
—Noel Murray, New York Times, 14 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for adjunct
Noun
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Currently, consumers interact with banks through chatbots and virtual assistants, asking questions, making payments, and disputing transactions.—
Forrester,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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How’s Nick Rolovich fitting in as Cal’s senior offensive assistant?—
Jon Wilner,
Mercury News,
15 Aug. 2025
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To wit: If Anthony finishes first or second in Rookie of the Year voting, his salary from 2031-2033 goes up by $1 million each year, and the option increases by $2 million.—
Dan Freedman,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Left to find another option, this child care center found itself in the Wild West — a rapidly shrinking market where affordable options are few and far between.—
Beki San Martin,
Freep.com,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The welfare package was introduced under the collective supplementary agreement signed in July 2022 and expired on Dec. 31, 2024.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
5 Aug. 2025
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While buying better gear, using fitness apps or hiring a personal trainer can all help, a growing number of gym goers are chasing an extra edge through supplementary pills, powders or liquids known as pre-workouts.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
2 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Johnson and Trump’s aides began working the holdouts who were led by Representative Andy Harris of Maryland, the chair of the right-wing House Freedom Caucus.—
Eric Cortellessa,
Time,
7 Aug. 2025
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The president was accompanied by a small group of aides and Secret Service.—
Mary Bruce,
ABC News,
5 Aug. 2025
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As Page Six noted, Moss' chic accessory can go for up to around $13,500, which doesn't exactly equate to being casually exposed to the forces of Mother Nature.—
Michelle Lee,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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All of the electric buses are equipped with accessories for students with handicaps.—
Harley Walls,
Arkansas Online,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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In 2025, plans received more than $500 per enrollee to lower or reduce Part D premiums and offer supplemental Part D benefits.—
Diane Omdahl,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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With the current dry conditions, the shrub will benefit from supplemental water since it was planted last year and is still being established.—
Tim Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Aug. 2025
Noun
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More than that, such skeptics ask, what other nation on earth is expected to provide humanitarian aid to its enemy during wartime?—
Ruth Margalit,
New Yorker,
5 Aug. 2025
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Certainly, with all eyes on Israel at that point, Israel would be compelled to immediately provide aid, engage in reconstruction of Gaza and treat the Palestinian people with dignity.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Aug. 2025
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Even in the home, everyday products like appliances, lighting systems and thermostats now function more like digital platforms than static tools, complete with a list of optional, subscribed features, functionality and value.—
Thomas Ryd,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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Post-sale Coordinating the purchase, delivery and installation of appliances should take a few business days, depending on the home location and the Studio’s inventory availability, Solur said.—
Howard Cohen,
Miami Herald,
5 Aug. 2025
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“Adjunct.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adjunct. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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