supplementing (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈsʌplɪmentɪŋ/

Definition

Adding something extra to something else to complete it, enhance it, or make up for a deficiency.

Examples

• The athlete is supplementing her training with daily yoga sessions to improve flexibility.

• Many elderly patients benefit from supplementing their diet with essential vitamins and minerals.

• He is currently supplementing his savings by selling handmade furniture online.

How to Use supplementing

supplement with (prepositional phrase)

to use a specific item to add to something else — "They are supplementing their electricity usage with solar panels."

supplement income (collocation)

to earn extra money beyond one's main salary — "He works nights to supplement his income."

Synonyms of supplementing

Words with a similar meaning to supplementing:

• adding
• boosting
• augmenting
• complementing

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