addition

Definitions

The action or process of adding something to something else.

A person or thing added or joined to something else.

The mathematical process of calculating the total of two or more numbers or amounts.

Examples

The addition of a new wing to the library has provided much-needed space for students.

In addition to his regular duties, he also volunteers at the local animal shelter.

Learning simple addition is a fundamental milestone in early childhood education.

Synonyms

increase supplement extension annex augmentation gain accretion

Antonyms

subtraction reduction decrease deduction loss diminishment removal