a condition (mostly in boys) characterized by behavioral and learning disorders

[ Syn: attention deficit disorder , add , attention deficit hyperactivity disorder , adhd , hyperkinetic syndrome , minimal brain dysfunction , minimal brain damage , mbd ]

make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of; We added two students to that dorm room; She added a personal note to her letter; Add insult to injury; Add some extra plates to the dinner table'

state or say further; `It doesnt matter, he supplied

[ Syn: append , supply ]

bestow a quality on; Her presence lends a certain cachet to the company; The music added a lot to the play; She brings a special atmosphere to our meetings; This adds a light note to the program

[ Syn: lend , impart , bestow , contribute , bring ]

make an addition by combining numbers; Add 27 and 49, please!

[ Syn: add together ]

determine the sum of; Add all the people in this town to those of the neighboring town

[ Syn: total , tot , tot up , sum , sum up , summate , tote up , add together , tally , add up ]

constitute an addition; This paper will add to her reputation'