additive
//ˈæd.ɪ.tɪv//
Noun
additiveSingular
additivesPlural
1
A substance added to something in small quantities to improve or preserve it.
This food contains no artificial additives.
2
An ingredient or component added to a mixture or product.
This paint contains a special additive to prevent mold.
Synonym
Adjective
additiveCanonical form
1
Relating to or characterized by addition; involving the combining of quantities.
The additive property of numbers means that the order of addition does not change the result.
2
Produced by or involving addition rather than substitution.
The additive process combines multiple layers to create the final product.