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supplementary

1 antonym for supplementary — opposites grouped by meaning.

Adj — Added to provide something extra that was needed.

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How to use supplementary

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supplementary material supplementary information supplementary angle

Etymology

From supplement + -ary; compare French supplémentaire.

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What does “supplementary” mean?
The word “supplementary” means added to provide something extra that was needed. In plain terms, additional, added to complete or reinforce the main thing.
How do you use “supplementary” in a sentence?
Here is “supplementary” used in a sentence: “Students received supplementary notes before the exam.”
What part of speech is “supplementary”?
“Supplementary” is an adjective.
Where does the word “supplementary” come from?
The word “supplementary” comes from French. From supplement + -ary; compare French supplémentaire.
Is “supplementary” a common word?
“Supplementary” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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