additional

[uh-dish-uh-nl]

adjective

1. added; more; supplementary.

   additional information.

additional

/ əˈdɪʃənəl /

adjective

1. added or supplementary

Other Word Forms

• additionally adverb
• preadditional adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of additional¹

First recorded in 1630–40; addition + -al ¹

Example Sentences

A statement from the Leagues Cup disciplinary committee said Suarez's suspension would only apply to next year's edition of the tournament, although Major League Soccer "reserves the right" to impose additional punishment.

From BBC

The three at the back in possession is used as a solution to build up around certain opposition shapes, with the additional player providing an extra passing option.

From BBC

With a new gap in the airline industry, competitors such as United Airlines and Frontier Airlines have already announced additional flights and routes aimed at capitalizing on Spirit’s fallout.

From Los Angeles Times

Reform has insisted that it would balance its tax cuts and additional spending plans by cutting waste in government spending.

From BBC

Signing her to new, longer contract gives the team additional leverage and control should European teams coming looking to buy.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

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• further 
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• new 
• other 
• supplementary