extra (A1)

adjective, adverb

Pronunciation: /ˈɛkstrə/

Definition

More than is usual, expected, or needed.

Examples

• This is an extra charge for the room.

• He worked extra hours to finish the project.

• We need extra chairs for the party.

How to Use extra

extra charge (collocation)

An additional amount of money that you have to pay. — "There was an extra charge for using the pool."

extra time (collocation)

More time than is normally needed or allowed. — "The students were given extra time to finish the exam."

go the extra mile (idiom)

To make a special effort to achieve something. — "He always goes the extra mile to help his friends."

Synonyms of extra

Words with a similar meaning to extra:

• additional
• more
• surplus
• superfluous

Antonyms of extra

Words with the opposite meaning to extra:

• less
• needed
• essential

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