Definition

In a way that involves adding things together or combining them.

Example

The chemicals were mixed additively to achieve the desired reaction.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how our skills improve additively over time?

That's an interesting point! I guess it makes sense if we keep practicing.

Exactly! Each new thing we learn just builds on the last one.

Right, it’s like creating a stronger foundation for everything else.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Additively → It is formed from "add" (from Latin "addere", meaning to put to) and "-ive" (meaning having the nature of) and "-ly" (meaning in a manner). The word "additively" means in a manner that involves putting together or adding.

Memory Tip

Think of 'adding' something together, as 'add' means to put to, and '-ly' indicates the manner of doing it. So, 'additively' means doing something in a way that involves addition.

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