adjective / noun
additive
AD-uh-tiv/ˈædətɪv/
Operating by adding something to an existing whole.
The baker uses food coloring as an additive in white frosting.
Etymology
Built on “add” or “attach,” additive first described something added or tending to be added. The adjective became a noun for an added substance, especially in food or chemical solutions.
In context
we basically are developing a catalytic additive which can be added. And by adding 2000 ppm of the catalytic additive, we increase the absorption rate
More examples
- The label lists every additive used in the drink.
- Additive manufacturing builds an object layer by layer.
- The two changes have an additive effect on the final cost.
Forms
additive · additives
Similar words
- supplement
- Usually supplies something lacking rather than altering any property.
- ingredient
- Any component of a mixture, not specifically an added modifier.