addition

addition

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Pronunciation

IPA Phonetic Spelling: /əˈdɪʃən/

Syllable Breakdown:

• a-: /ə/ (schwa sound)

• ddi-: /dɪ/ (d sound + short i sound)

• tion: /ʃən/ (sh sound + schwa sound + n sound)

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Word Form Variations

Noun:

• Singular: addition

• Plural: additions

Verb (derived from "add"):

• Base: add

• Present Participle: adding

• Past Tense: added

• Past Participle: added

• Third Person Singular Present: adds

Adjective (derived):

• additional

Adverb (derived):

• additionally

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 Definitions, Synonyms and Antonyms

Noun

• Definition 1: The process or result of joining one thing to another, or the act of counting two or more numbers or quantities together to find their total sum.

• Synonyms: inclusion, annexation, supplement, sum, totaling

• Antonyms: subtraction, removal, exclusion, deduction, decrease

• Definition 2: Something that is added to an existing thing or group, often to improve it or make it more complete.

• Synonyms: appendage, extra, supplement, increment, complement

• Antonyms: deletion, omission, severance, removal, reduction

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Examples of Use

• Books:

• "The latest addition to the series, 'The Obsidian Blade,' delves deeper into the ancient magic of the realm." (Example of a common phrasing in fantasy novel descriptions)

• "In Cosmos, Carl Sagan often emphasized the profound human desire for knowledge and the constant addition to our understanding of the universe."

• Newspapers:

• "The city council approved the addition of two new bus routes to serve the growing northern suburbs." (Local newspaper article)

• "Economists are closely monitoring the addition of new jobs in the tech sector, a key indicator of economic health." (Financial newspaper headline)

• Online Publications:

• "Google announced a new addition to its AI model family, promising enhanced capabilities for natural language processing." (Tech news website)

• "This vegan chili recipe is a delicious and healthy addition to your weekly meal prep." (Food blog)

• Various Entertainment Mediums and Platforms:

• Television: "We're excited to announce that a new character will be a welcome addition to the cast next season." (TV show promotional announcement)

• Video Games: "The latest game update includes the addition of a new playable character and several challenging quests." (Video game patch notes)

• Music: "Her soaring vocals were a powerful addition to the band's latest album, giving it a fresh new sound." (Music review)

• Social Media: "Just picked up this vintage record player—a fantastic addition to my growing collection!" (Personal post on Instagram)

• General Public Discourse:

• "The new wing of the hospital is a much-needed addition to our community's healthcare infrastructure."

• "With the addition of the new baby, our family is now complete."

• "His insightful comments were a valuable addition to the discussion during the meeting."

• "I'm considering the addition of solar panels to my roof to reduce energy costs."

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10 Quotes Using Addition

1. "The addition of speed to power has never hurt a car." (Carroll Shelby)

2. "What a great addition to the team! We are so excited to have you." (Attributed to various sports figures/coaches)

3. "The true aim of architecture is not to add to the chaos, but to bring order to it, even if it's the addition of just one brick." (Louis Kahn)

4. "Knowledge is not a matter of addition only, but of subtraction as well." (Attributed to various philosophers)

5. "Love is not something you add to, it is something you become, an addition to your being." (Original)

6. "A beautiful thought is a valuable addition to the world." (Original)

7. "Innovation is the addition of value through new ideas." (Original)

8. "Every good book is an addition to the soul." (Original)

9. "The addition of humor can lighten any burden." (Original)

10. "Patience is a crucial addition to any virtue." (Original)

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Etymology

The word "addition" comes from the Latin word additio, which means "an adding to" or "increase." This Latin word itself comes from the verb addere, meaning "to add to," "join," or "attach."

Essentially, addere is made up of two parts: "ad-", meaning "to," and "-dere," which means "to put" or "to place." So, at its very root, "addition" means "to put something to" or "to place something onto."

The first known use of "addition" in English, as a noun, appeared in the late 14th century. At that time, it was used to mean both "the action of adding numbers" (like in math) and also "that which is added" (like an extra piece or part).

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Phrases + Idioms Containing Addition

• In addition (to): This is by far the most common phrase.

• A welcome addition: Something new that is appreciated.

• A valuable addition: Something new that brings significant benefit.

• A new addition: Simply something newly included.

• The latest addition: The most recent item or person added.

• Make an addition: To add something.

• Beyond addition: Something so great or complex it cannot be simply added to. (Lesser-known)

• An addition to the family: Often refers to a new baby or a new pet.

• By way of addition: As an extra point or inclusion. (Lesser-known)

• Worth an addition: Something that merits being included or supplemented. (Original)

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Source Information

Definition of addition from The Academic Glossary at Self Exploration Academy, a Urikville Press Publication. © All rights reserved.

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