accessorial
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: //əkˈsɛsəriəl//
KK: /ækˈsɛsəriəl/
adjective
Definition
Relating to something that is additional or supplementary, often serving as an accessory to a main item or concept.
Example
The accessorial role of the assistant was crucial to the project's success.
Conversation
Did you see the new jacket I bought?
Yeah, it's really nice! Is it accessorial to your outfit?
Thanks! I thought it would add some flair to my look.
Definitely! It makes your style stand out even more.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
auxiliary
supplemental
secondary
Antonyms
primary
main
essential
noun
Definition
A charge or fee that is added to the main cost of a service or product, often for additional services or features.
Example
The shipping company included an accessorial for the extra handling of the fragile items.
Conversation
Have you ever heard of an accessorial charge when renting a car?
Yeah, I think it’s like the extra fees they add on.
Exactly! I didn’t expect those accessorial costs to be so high.
Root Explanation
Accessorial is formed from "accessorius" (meaning additional or supplementary) and the suffix "-al" (meaning pertaining to). The word describes something that is additional or supplementary in nature.
Memory Tip
Think of something that is 'additional' or 'supplementary' — that's what accessorial means.
Visually Confused Words
successoral
assessorial
ancestorial
censorial