What does supplementary mean?
Supplementary means Additional; added to supply what is wanted..
Supplementary
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
Additional; added to supply what is wanted..
Definitions by Sense
- Additional; added to supply what is wanted.
- Something additional; an extra.
Example Sentences
Thus, leucine is already being seen as a pharmaconutrient of great relevance for the supplementary feeding of malnourished and frail elderly and for specific subpopulations.
Synonyms for supplementary
Antonyms for supplementary
Related Words
Word Forms
- more supplementary
- most supplementary
- supplementaries
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for supplementary?
Common synonyms include auxiliary, additional, subsidiary, secondary.
What is the opposite of supplementary?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use supplementary in a sentence?
Thus, leucine is already being seen as a pharmaconutrient of great relevance for the supplementary feeding of malnourished and frail elderly and for specific subpopulations.
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