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- parts of speech:
- noun, transitive verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, verb)
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noun |
| pronunciation: |
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mnt
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| definition 1: |
something necessary to complete a whole or make up for a deficiency.
The doctor recommended that I take a vitamin supplement.- synonyms:
- addition, augmentation, complement
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| definition 2: |
something extra or additional, esp. a section of a book or newspaper.
I enjoy the book supplement in Sunday's paper.They've published a supplement that corrects the first edition.- synonyms:
- addendum, extra
- similar words:
- accessory, appendix
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accidental, addition, adjunct, amplification, annex, appendage, appendix, associate, codicil, complement, extension, more |
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| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| pronunciation: |
suh
pl
ment
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| inflections: |
supplements, supplementing, supplemented |
| definition: |
to be a supplement to; provide an addition to.
These articles will supplement the textbook.You should supplement your diet with vitamin E and calcium.- synonyms:
- augment, complement
- similar words:
- accompany, add, boost, complete, enlarge, extend, fortify, increase, piece, raise, reinforce
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| related words: |
amplify, annex, append, augment, round out |
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| derivations: |
supplemental (adj.), supplementation (n.) |
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