additive

Describes something that is characterized by addition, or a substance added to something in small quantities to improve or preserve it.

ruОписывает что-то, характеризующееся добавлением, или вещество, добавляемое во что-то в малых количествах для улучшения или сохранения.esDescribe algo que se caracteriza por añadirse, o una sustancia que se agrega en pequeñas cantidades a otra para mejorarla o conservarla.frQualifie quelque chose qui se caractérise par une addition, ou une substance ajoutée en petite quantité à un produit pour l'améliorer ou le conserver.deBezeichnet etwas, das durch Hinzufügen oder Zusetzen gekennzeichnet ist, oder einen Stoff, der in kleinen Mengen zu etwas hinzugegeben wird, um es zu verbessern oder zu erhalten.ptDescreve algo caracterizado por adição, ou uma substância adicionada a outra em pequenas quantidades para melhorar ou conservar.zh表示通过添加而形成或具有添加性质的；也指为改善性能或保存而少量加入某物中的物质。arيصف شيئًا يتميز بالإضافة أو الزيادة، أو مادة تُضاف إلى شيء آخر بكميات قليلة لتحسينه أو الحفاظ عليه.

1. Added to enhance B2 formal scientific

   Relating to a substance added to something, such as food, fuel, paint, or medicine, to improve or alter its properties.

   • The additive properties of this chemical improve the fuel's efficiency.
   • Many processed foods contain additive ingredients to extend shelf life.
   • The paint's additive formula gives it a glossy finish.

   ruДобавочныйesaditivofradditif (qui est ajouté pour améliorer)deZusatz-ptAditivozh添加的arمُضاف

   同义词: additionalextrasupplementalsupplementary

2. Mathematical property C1 formal scientific

   Designating or involving an equation or process where terms are of the first degree, relating to addition.

   • The additive identity in mathematics is zero.
   • This function has an additive property, meaning f(x+y) = f(x) + f(y).
   • The equation is additive because it involves only linear terms.

   ruАддитивныйesaditivo (propiedad matemática)fradditif (propriété mathématique)deAdditivptAditivozh可加的arجَمْعِيّ

   同义词: cumulativeincrementallinearsummative

3. Produced by addition B2 formal

   Characterized by or resulting from the process of adding something.

   • The additive effect of the two drugs was stronger than either alone.
   • The company uses an additive manufacturing process to create parts.
   • The additive nature of the costs led to a higher total expense.

   ruАддитивныйesaditivo (producido por adición)fradditif (qui s'ajoute)deAdditivptAditivozh添加的arإضافي

   同义词: accumulativeadditionalcumulativeincrementalsupplementary

   反义词: subtractive

• more additive comparative form
• most additive superlative form

A noun referring to a substance added to something, such as food, fuel, or paint, to improve or modify its properties.

ruСуществительное, обозначающее вещество, добавляемое к чему-либо (например, к еде, топливу или краске) для улучшения или изменения его свойств.esSustancia que se añade a otra, como a un alimento, combustible o pintura, para mejorar o modificar sus propiedades.frSubstance que l'on ajoute à un produit (comme un aliment, un carburant ou une peinture) pour en améliorer ou en modifier les propriétés.deEin Stoff, der einer Sache (z. B. Lebensmitteln, Kraftstoff oder Farbe) zugesetzt wird, um deren Eigenschaften zu verbessern oder zu verändern. Auch allgemein etwas, das als Ergänzung hinzugefügt wird.ptSubstantivo que designa uma substância adicionada a algo (como alimento, combustível ou tinta) para melhorar ou modificar suas propriedades.zh添加到某物（如食品、燃料或涂料）中以改善或改变其性质的物质。arاسم يشير إلى مادة تُضاف إلى شيء آخر (مثل الطعام أو الوقود أو الطلاء) لتحسين خصائصه أو تغييرها.

1. Food additive B1 formal culinary

   A substance added to food to improve its flavor, appearance, texture, or preservation.

   • Many processed foods contain artificial additives.
   • The label lists all the additives used in the product.
   • Some people are allergic to certain food additives.

   ruПищевая добавкаesAditivo alimentariofradditif alimentairedeLebensmittelzusatzstoffptAditivo alimentarzh食品添加剂arمضاف غذائي

2. Chemical additive B2 formal scientific

   A substance added to gasoline, paint, medicine, or other products to enhance their properties or performance.

   • The gasoline contains an additive to reduce engine knocking.
   • Paint manufacturers often include additives to improve durability.
   • This medicine has an additive that helps with absorption.

   ruХимическая добавкаesAditivo químicofrAdditif chimiquedeChemischer ZusatzstoffptAditivo químicozh化学添加剂arمادة مضافة كيميائية

   同义词: adjuvantadmixtureenhancersupplement

3. Mathematical additive C1 formal

   Relating to or involving addition, where the total is the sum of its parts.

   • The equation is additive, meaning each term is of the first degree.
   • In an additive process, the final result is the sum of all inputs.
   • The model uses an additive approach to calculate the total cost.

   ruАддитивныйesaditivo (matemático)fradditif (mathématiques)deAdditivptAditivozh加性的arجَمْعِيّ

   反义词: subtractive

• additives plural form
• additives' possessive plural form
• additive's possessive singular form