Supplement Definition & Meaning
supplement
- noun
- textual matter that is added onto a publication; usually at the end
- a quantity added (e.g. to make up for a deficiency)
- a supplementary component that improves capability
- verb
- add as a supplement to what seems insufficient; "supplement your diet"
- serve as a supplement to; "Vitamins supplemented his meager diet"
- add to the very end; "He appended a glossary to his novel where he used an invented language"
"Supplement" in song lyrics
See how supplement is used in real songs:
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"There's no replacement or any supplement"
DJ Muggs vs. GZA f/ Ol' Dirty Bastard, RZA — All in Together -
"It's not the daily news, it's the daily satanical supplement"
DJ Vadim f/ Phi-Life Cypher — Ghetto Rebels -
"acetylcholine supplement"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with supplement
Usage tips for "supplement"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "supplement" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for supplement to find words that pair well.