supplemental
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
adj.added to something else to improve it or provide more information.
adj.serving as a supplement; providing additional support, information, or reinforcement to a primary element.
Simple“The teacher gave us supplemental reading materials to help us understand the topic.”
In context“The researchers provided supplemental data in the appendix to support their controversial findings regarding the new drug's efficacy.”
UsageUsually placed before the noun it modifies.
Synonyms - 02 C1 Advanced
adj.describes something that happens outside of a normal schedule, like an extra flight.
adj.referring to services or items provided outside of a standard schedule or regular provision.
Simple“The airline added a supplemental flight to handle the holiday crowds.”
In context“The charter company operates supplemental air carrier services during peak seasonal demand to alleviate pressure on commercial routes.”
Synonyms - 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.a thing that is added to something else.
n.an item, document, or amount added to a larger whole to complete or enhance it.
Simple“The new law included a supplemental for emergency school funding.”
In context“The committee approved a budget supplemental to cover the unforeseen costs of the infrastructure repairs.”
- 04 C1 Advanced
n.extra money given by a government for a specific project.
n.a formal requisition or piece of legislation that provides additional funding for an existing program.
Simple“Congress passed a supplemental to help the city after the flood.”
In context“The defense department requested a supplemental to ensure the continued operation of the peacekeeping mission through the end of the fiscal year.”
Synonyms
“In fact, gig work may be supplemental, but it isn’t always optional.”
From supplement + -al.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.