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
Lauren Manaker, SELF, 2 Apr. 2026
Capital allocation would become zero-sum rather than additive.
—Joseph M. Singer, Deadline, 24 Mar. 2026
Emily Leahy, Hartford Courant, 3 May 2026
Compost is the single best additive available for improving any soil type.
—Jessica Damiano, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
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Adjective
While no single food or combination can guarantee perfect heart health, this study highlights how small, additive dietary changes like incorporating avocado and mango into your routine can be a delicious way to support your overall cardiovascular wellness.
—Lauren Manaker, SELF, 2 Apr. 2026
Capital allocation would become zero-sum rather than additive.
—Joseph M. Singer, Deadline, 24 Mar. 2026
Noun
Compost is the single best additive available for improving any soil type.
—Emily Leahy, Hartford Courant, 3 May 2026
Compost is the single best additive available for improving any soil type.
—Jessica Damiano, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for additive
Adjective
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Meeting the continent’s growing demand for data center capacity could require as much as $20 billion in cumulative investment — and that’s before AI began accelerating the timeline.—
Yinka Adegoke,
semafor.com,
18 May 2026
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New data from Counterpoint Research shows the Galaxy S26 series recorded 15% higher cumulative sales in its first six weeks after launch compared with the Galaxy S25 at the same point last year.—
Janhoi McGregor,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
Noun
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In 2016, Keel founded the subsidiary Diogenes Entertainment and has since been attached to numerous film and series productions as an executive producer.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
13 May 2026
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Those John Does operate large-scale robocall and telemarketing campaigns that misuse trademarks for Capital One or its subsidiary Discover, according to the lawsuit.—
Stephanie Dhue,
CNBC,
13 May 2026
Noun
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Talking trash is less of an accompaniment and more of a psychological tactic.—
Terrance Moore,
New York Times,
9 May 2026
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This zesty salad, complete with melon, feta, and a jalapeño pepper dresses, will be the perfect accompaniment to your cookout.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
7 May 2026
Noun
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Like ballet flats, these shoes have a low-profile silhouette, which will make a sweet complement to breezy blouses and midi skirts in the summer months.—
Aaron Royce,
PEOPLE,
19 May 2026
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Then, in mid-April, the company moved this booster with a full complement of 33 engines to the launch pad for another static fire test.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
18 May 2026
Noun
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While JoAnne recoils from Duncan’s machinations, her son Orson finally bottoms out in the supplement pit of the manosphere.—
Scott Tobias,
Vulture,
17 May 2026
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As a result, some supplement products may not contain the ingredients listed on the label.—
Sarah Anzlovar,
Verywell Health,
17 May 2026
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“Additive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/additive. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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