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supplement

Transitive Verb[C/U] Both
pl: supplementspast: supplementedpp: supplementeding: supplementing

The word carries a sense of filling a gap or adding a missing piece to reach a desired standard. It suggests that the original object was functional but incomplete or insufficient on its own. This creates a feeling of enhancement rather than total replacement.

Countable when referring to a specific pill or a separate magazine insert. Uncountable when referring to the general act of adding extra material to a document or diet.

Meanings

Noun

Something added to complete a thing or make up for a deficiency.

"The vitamin supplement helped his energy levels."

Noun

An extra section of a newspaper or magazine.

"The Sunday supplement contains a travel guide."

Transitive Verb
[someone][something]

To add an extra element to something to improve or complete it.

"She took a part-time job to supplement her income."

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