B2 noun 중립

additive

/ˈæd.ɪ.tɪv/

A substance added to something in small quantities to improve, strengthen, or preserve it. It is most commonly used in the context of food processing, fuel production, and industrial manufacturing to enhance specific qualities like flavor, shelf life, or performance.

예시

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1

Many processed snacks contain a food additive to keep them fresh for several months.

Many processed snacks contain a food additive to keep them fresh for several months.

2

The government has introduced stricter regulations regarding the use of every chemical additive in consumer products.

The government has introduced stricter regulations regarding the use of every chemical additive in consumer products.

3

I'm trying to cut down on treats that have a lot of artificial additives in them.

I'm trying to cut down on treats that have a lot of artificial additives in them.

어휘 가족

명사
additive
Verb
add
부사
additively
형용사
additive
관련
addition
💡

암기 팁

Think of the word 'add' + 'it' + 'ive'. It is something you 'add' to 'it' (the product) to make 'it' better or last longer.

빠른 퀴즈

The manufacturer claims that this juice contains no artificial _______ or preservatives.

정답!

정답은: additives

예시

1

Many processed snacks contain a food additive to keep them fresh for several months.

everyday

Many processed snacks contain a food additive to keep them fresh for several months.

2

The government has introduced stricter regulations regarding the use of every chemical additive in consumer products.

formal

The government has introduced stricter regulations regarding the use of every chemical additive in consumer products.

3

I'm trying to cut down on treats that have a lot of artificial additives in them.

informal

I'm trying to cut down on treats that have a lot of artificial additives in them.

4

The study analyzes how the specific fuel additive influences the combustion efficiency of the engine.

academic

The study analyzes how the specific fuel additive influences the combustion efficiency of the engine.

5

Our latest product line features a unique additive that prevents paint from fading in direct sunlight.

business

Our latest product line features a unique additive that prevents paint from fading in direct sunlight.

어휘 가족

명사
additive
Verb
add
부사
additively
형용사
additive
관련
addition

자주 쓰는 조합

food additive food additive
chemical additive chemical additive
fuel additive fuel additive
artificial additive artificial additive
color additive color additive

자주 쓰는 구문

harmful additive

harmful additive

additive-free

additive-free

natural additive

natural additive

자주 혼동되는 단어

additive vs addition

'Addition' refers to the general act of adding or something added to a set, while 'additive' specifically refers to a substance added to a mixture to change its properties.

📝

사용 참고사항

Use this word when discussing technical or chemical components added to a base product. In health and nutrition contexts, it often refers to synthetic chemicals, though natural additives also exist.

⚠️

자주 하는 실수

Learners often use 'addition' when they should use 'additive' (e.g., saying 'this food has many additions' instead of 'additives').

💡

암기 팁

Think of the word 'add' + 'it' + 'ive'. It is something you 'add' to 'it' (the product) to make 'it' better or last longer.

📖

어원

From the Latin 'additicius', meaning 'added' or 'additional', derived from 'addere' (to add).

문법 패턴

countable noun can be used as an adjective (e.g., additive manufacturing) often pluralized as 'additives'
🌍

문화적 맥락

In many Western countries, there is a growing consumer trend toward 'clean labels' and 'additive-free' foods due to health concerns regarding synthetic chemicals.

빠른 퀴즈

The manufacturer claims that this juice contains no artificial _______ or preservatives.

정답!

정답은: additives

관련 단어

intrabrevsion

C1

A technical or linguistic term referring to the internal abbreviation or condensation of information within a specific system or document. It describes the act of shortening components for internal efficiency while maintaining the integrity of the overall structure.

prevalor

C1

To prove superior in power, influence, or frequency within a specific context. It describes a situation where one principle, opinion, or force becomes dominant over others.

ultrajuncter

C1

Describing something that exists beyond a standard point of connection or is characterized by an extreme degree of integration between disparate parts. It is typically used in specialized contexts to denote systems, theories, or structures that bridge multiple complex networks simultaneously.

macrosanctible

C1

A large-scale system, institution, or conceptual framework that is regarded as inviolable and beyond criticism due to its perceived sacredness or fundamental importance. It typically refers to entities that are protected from alteration or scrutiny because of their massive cultural or structural status.

uncedate

C1

A formal and technical noun referring to a state or instance where a claim, territory, or right has not been yielded or surrendered. It describes the preservation of original status or possession despite pressure to concede or transfer control.

anvention

C1

To systematically modify or adapt an existing concept or object into a new form, particularly within a controlled environment or set of parameters. This verb describes the process of innovating by bridging the gap between rigorous analysis and creative invention.

semiliberness

C1

To exist in or grant a state of partial liberty or restricted autonomy. It describes the act of functioning within a framework that provides some freedom while maintaining significant oversight or control.

cosolvment

C1

Describing a substance or factor that acts in conjunction with another to facilitate the process of dissolving a solute or resolving a complex situation. In technical contexts, it refers to an auxiliary agent that enhances the solubility of a primary solvent system.

unaudless

C1

Describing something that is completely devoid of sound or impossible to hear. It is often used in literary or technical contexts to emphasize a profound state of silence or a lack of auditory signature.

monosomnful

C1

A noun referring to the physiological or habitual state of experiencing only one continuous, uninterrupted period of sleep within a twenty-four-hour cycle. It describes the quality of a monophasic sleep pattern where rest is concentrated into a single block without supplemental naps.

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