secretadditive

noun

UK /ˈsiː.krət ˈæd.ɪ.tɪv/

US /ˈsiː.krət ˈæd.ə.tɪv/

A secret additive is a hidden thing put into food or drink.

The label did not list the secret additive used in the sauce.

SYNONYMS

hidden ingredient covert additive undisclosed substance concealed component

RELATED WORDS

preservative flavoring colorant formula ingredient

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A hidden extra element added to a plan or process to change its result.

The coach treated extra practice as a secret additive to the team's success.

3. An undisclosed chemical mixed into a product during manufacturing.

Inspectors found a secret additive in the imported juice.

4. A private boost or advantage kept hidden from others.

Her secret additive was waking up early to study.