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adjective

ˈek-strə How to pronounce extra (audio)
Definition of extranext
as in excess
being over what is needed always has extra food on hand in the event that unexpected company drops by

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extra

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adverb

as in extremely
to a great degree the children tried to be extra quiet while their mother was recovering

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extra

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noun

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as in spare
an interchangeable part or piece of equipment that is kept on hand for replacement of an original that portable player runs through batteries incredibly fast, so I always keep plenty of extras on hand

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as in luxury
something adding to pleasure or comfort but not absolutely necessary the motel is clean and comfortable, but there are no extras

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as in bonus
something given in addition to what is ordinarily expected or owed as an extra, the dealer filled the tank of my new car

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Recent Examples of extra
Adjective
Outdoor additions like a terrace are around $1,000 extra. — Rylee Johnston, Travel + Leisure, 8 Mar. 2025 In case of an injury to Alonso, Vientos or Baty, an extra corner infielder will serve as valuable insurance. — William Lambers, Newsweek, 8 Mar. 2025
Adverb
Choose from 20 different colors and layer this under a jacket, cardigan or flannel to stay extra warm this fall. — Lauryn Jiles, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2025 But the Oscars always bring a little something extra special to close out the season, and this year was no different. — Samantha Highfill, EW.com, 3 Mar. 2025
Noun
Featuring around 320 extras, each episode was filmed in a four-week block that mostly comprised technical practices and rehearsals. — Max Goldbart, Deadline, 24 Feb. 2025 Here, that community is represented by Mustafa and a handful of refugees temporarily employed as extras. — Jordan Mintzer, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for extra
Recent Examples of Synonyms for extra
  1. excess
  2. extremely
  3. spare
  4. luxury
  5. bonus
  6. surplus
  7. very
  8. amenity
Adjective
  • Those that did not meet a target of 60% use rate over time would be directed to dispose of their excess space.
    — Christopher L. Keller, Chicago Tribune, 14 Mar. 2025
  • These filters will catch the excess minerals before the water flows into the shower or sink.
    — Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Mar. 2025
Definition of excess
Adverb
  • Gene Kloss received national and international recognition in her lifetime, extremely rare for a midcentury female artist.
    — Chadd Scott, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025
  • His run at Gonzaga was extremely memorable and had NBA teams incredibly excited for his potential.
    — Mark Davis, Newsweek, 15 Mar. 2025
Definition of extremely
Noun
  • Because their visitors were man-for-man, whoever pressed Ederson would leave a player spare.
    — Liam Tharme, The Athletic, 16 Feb. 2025
  • Most former Grand Prix bikes that reach auction have a racing provenance, but this one is an absolute unicorn – a grand prix racing bike untouched from new, with spares.
    — Mike Hanlon, New Atlas, 12 Jan. 2025
Definition of spare
Noun
  • So far, she’s traveled to almost 50 countries, experiencing fine hospitality and dining as a luxury travel writer.
    — Tabnie Dozier, Essence, 14 Mar. 2025
  • For the French luxury fashion label’s fall 2025 ready-to-wear collection show on Tuesday, Cabello wore a tweed suit.
    — Julia Teti, WWD, 14 Mar. 2025
Definition of luxury
Noun
  • And on this perfect Sunday morning that teased of approaching spring — complete with the first swan sighting of the season — catching a pike or two would be a bonus.
    — Brad Dokken, Twin Cities, 16 Mar. 2025
  • First, start by applying the BetMGM bonus code NEWSWEEK1500 during the registration process to lock in the offer.
    — Mark Davis, Newsweek, 16 Mar. 2025
Definition of bonus
Adjective
  • As a result, surplus office space may need to be repurposed as housing and for other uses.
    — Brian D. Taylor, The Conversation, 10 Mar. 2025
  • Fortunately for the Ukrainian air force, the surplus Mirage 2000s France is donating to the service come with their own powerful jammers—and no Americans are involved in their programming.
    — David Axe, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
Definition of surplus
Adverb
  • After narrowly surviving the very injured Los Angeles Lakers on Friday night, 131-126, the Denver Nuggets are slated to square off against the lowly Washington Wizards on the second night of a back-to-back tilt.
    — Mark Davis, Newsweek, 16 Mar. 2025
  • Master's degrees in public service fields (think education and social work) tend to have very low or negative ROIs.
    — Robert Farrington, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025
Definition of very
Noun
  • The small mountain town of Tryon ranks among the nation’s top places for recreational activities, affordable prices and other amenities that may appeal to older adults, according to results published Tuesday, March 11.
    — Simone Jasper, Charlotte Observer, 13 Mar. 2025
  • Hyatt Regency Hua Hin offers a similar level of luxury and amenities, including a range of beachfront pools and the award-winning The BARAI spa.
    — Emese Maczko, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
Definition of amenity

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