additive
noun
something that is added, as one substance to another, to alter or improve the general quality or to counteract undesirable properties.
additives
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pluralof additive.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Foods “cross into ultra-processed territory when they contain preservatives, flavorings and other food additives, or substances ... to enhance flavor and increase shelf life.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 29, 2026
A basic rule of thumb is that to be ultra-processed a product needs more than five ingredients, with at least one not normally found in your kitchen - things like emulsifiers, additives and flavourings.
From BBC ● Sep. 26, 2026
Even in cases where there are no unknown additives, the lack of regulation and expert guidance presents a worrying level of uncertainty.
From Slate ● Sep. 13, 2026
These additives provide sweetness without the calories found in sugar.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 31, 2026
Several of the ingredients were synthetic additives that are permitted under federal organic rules.
From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan
