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 ]
ADD (n.)
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
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'