Extra /ˈɛkstɹə/

The meaning and definition of Extra, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

noun

Something additional, such as an item above and beyond the ordinary school curriculum, or added to the usual charge on a bill.
An extra edition of a newspaper, which is printed outside of the normal printing cycle.
“Extra, extra! Read all about it!”

adjective

Beyond what is due, usual, expected, or necessary; extraneous; additional; supernumerary.
“I don't mind doing some extra work, as long as I get extra pay.”
Extraordinarily good; superior.

adverb

To an extraordinary degree.
“That day he ran to school extra fast.”

Synonyms addition supplement sundry

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Extra /ˈɛkstɹə/

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