added

adjective

add·​ed ˈa-dəd 

: existing or occurring as an increase or addition : additional, further

an issue that has gained added importance in recent months

an added attraction/advantage

providing added value

Synonyms

• additional
• further
• more
• another
• else
• farther

Examples of added in a Sentence

ever since his mother got sick, he's had the added responsibility of getting his little sister ready for school

Recent Examples on the Web

The lightweight pants are in stock in five colors and have side pockets for added versatility. —Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 11 Aug. 2025

This cancellation is removing one more tool for households that can least afford rising electricity costs, Andrade said, not to mention how added jobs would’ve benefitted the state economy. —Emily Mahoney, Miami Herald, 8 Aug. 2025

The top has a casual, loose fit that’ll feel comfortable to wear with shorts now and jeans later, especially if it’s paired with a cozy cardigan for added warmth once fall arrives. —Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Aug. 2025

Also on offer are Nike Cortez varieties with textile uppers for added breathability, those whose suede is a bit more textured than usual and thus grants a heritage feel, and hot-pink crowd favorites that feed the resurgence of ’80s-era neon. —Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 6 Aug. 2025

Word History

Etymology

from past participle of add

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing added

• added to this/that
• value-added
• value-added tax

Rhymes for added

• padded
• superadded