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Add (Verb)

Meaning¹

State or say further; "`It doesn't matter,' he supplied".

Classification

Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.

Examples

She thought for a moment before adding, "I'm really not sure anymore."
After a brief pause, he added, "But I think we can make it work."
They wanted to know more, so she added a few more details about her trip.
When asked about the new policy, the mayor added that it would go into effect immediately.
In a press conference, the CEO added that the company's profits had gone up last quarter.

Bestow a quality on; "Her presence lends a certain cachet to the company"; "The music added a lot to the play"; "She brings a special atmosphere to our meetings"; "This adds a light note to the program".

Classification

Verbs of buying, selling, owning.

Examples

The new employee's charisma adds a youthful energy to the office environment.
Her skill as a pianist adds a great deal of sophistication to the symphony orchestra.
The beautiful garden adds a tranquil ambiance to the resort.
The story's twist adds an element of surprise to the plot.
The renowned professor's participation adds a scholarly depth to the conference.

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Addition (noun)

Meaning³

Make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of; "We added two students to that dorm room"; "She added a personal note to her letter"; "Add insult to injury"; "Add some extra plates to the dinner table".

Classification

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

Examples

The chef added a personal touch to the wedding cake by including edible flowers.
You can add a few drops of lemon juice to the recipe for extra flavor.
Add more pages to the bookshelf to accommodate the new novels.
Please add some fresh towels to the hotel room for our expected guest.
The charity will add a children's play area to the park this summer.