added

adjective

add·​ed ˈa-dəd How to pronounce added (audio)
: existing or occurring as an increase or addition : additional, further
an issue that has gained added importance in recent months
an added attraction/advantage
providing added value

Examples of added in a Sentence

ever since his mother got sick, he's had the added responsibility of getting his little sister ready for school
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The black body-hugging velvet gown featured a bejeweled ruffle at the neckline for added drama. Rachel Flynn, People.com, 24 Feb. 2025 The incident occurred in the third minute of second-half added time, with Harry Maguire initially penalised for fouling Ashley Young in the box. Patrick Boyland, The Athletic, 22 Feb. 2025 The combination creates a balanced and visually dynamic entryway, providing added light reflection to an often underlit and potentially stale feeling entry zone. Wendy Vazquez, Southern Living, 22 Feb. 2025 Jones added layers of gold necklaces, including a long pendant necklace and shorter jewelry pieces for added variation. Julia Teti, WWD, 21 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for added

Word History

Etymology

from past participle of add

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of added was in the 15th century

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“Added.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/added. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.

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