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ex·tra

extra

 
 
pronunciation:
ek str
parts of speech:
adjective, noun, adverb
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Word Combinations (adjective, noun)
part of speech: adjective
definition 1: more than is expected or usual.
We're going to need some extra men for the job.I put in some extra time on this assignment.
synonyms:
additional, further, more, other
similar words:
excess, reserve, special, supplemental, surplus
definition 2: better than is expected or usual.
synonyms:
remarkable, special
similar words:
exceptional, extraordinary, notable, uncommon
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: an additional thing or additional amount beyond what exists now or beyond what is necessary or usual.
You probably won't need more blankets, but there is an extra in the closet just in case.Sorry. You can't have one. I need all of these for the party and there aren't any extras.I was afraid we would run out of coffee so I bought some extra.
definition 2: an added and often more luxurious thing.
These apartments come with many extras, including free parking and use of the swimming pool.We're on a tight budget and can't afford any extras right now.
synonyms:
accessory, addition
similar words:
add-on, bonus, feature, gain, option, plus, premium
definition 3: an edition of a newspaper that is added to a regular publication schedule.
The newspaper issued an extra after the assassination occurred.
synonyms:
special
similar words:
supplement
definition 4: one who is specially hired for a non-speaking part in a large group scene in a film.
The battle scenes required a lot of extras.
antonyms:
star
definition 5: an added cost.
synonyms:
markup, surcharge
similar words:
add-on, addition, gratuity, tax, tip
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part of speech: adverb
definition: to a higher degree; unusually.
This fabric is made with an extra fine cotton.
synonyms:
notably, remarkably, uncommonly, unusually