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 added wrinkle this time around is that the series will start in Edmonton, so Kris Knoblauch will have a bit more control over the matchup game to free up his big guns. The Athletic Nhl Staff, New York Times, 31 May 2025 To safely get the most out of your cold plunge bath: Consider exercising in cold water, such as swimming, instead of sitting in a cold plunge tub, for added benefits. Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 30 May 2025 Renderings have shown brick streets, new cupolas, towers and pedestrian walkways for added retail. Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 29 May 2025 The design itself is aesthetically pleasing with a screw-in tripod stand for added convenience. Cierra Cowan May 28, PC Magazine, 28 May 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 10 Jun. 2025.

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