Appendixes — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ə-ˈpen-diks/ ap·pen·dix

Meaning & Definition of Appendixes

Appendixes (noun)

  1. appendage
  2. supplementary material usually attached at the end of a piece of writing
  3. a bodily outgrowth or process; specifically, vermiform appendix
  4. a narrow blind tube usually about three to four inches (8 to 10 centimeters) long that extends from the cecum in the lower right-hand part of the abdomen

Appendixes (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a part added at the end of a book or periodical

    "an appendix listing all of the artist's known works and their current locations"

    similar: addenda, afterwords, codicils, excursuses, supplements
    related: codas, epilogues, postludes, conclusions, endings, finales, accompaniments, additions, complements, postscripts, follow-ups, sequels, documentations, allonges, riders
    opposite: forewords, introductions, prefaces, prologues

Related Entry: Appendix (noun)

Appendix is a different word from Appendixes. The synonyms below are for appendix, not for appendixes.

  1. a part added at the end of a book or periodical

    "an appendix listing all of the artist's known works and their current locations"

    similar: addendum, afterword, codicil, excursus, supplement
    related: coda, epilogue, postlude, conclusion, ending, finale, accompaniment, addition, complement, postscript, follow-up, sequel, documentation, allonge, rider
    opposite: foreword, introduction, preface, prologue

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Appendixes

The most common words with a similar meaning to Appendixes:

addenda, afterwords, codicils, excursuses, supplements

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Appendixes

Words with the opposite meaning of Appendixes:

forewords, introductions, prefaces, prologues

Related Words for Appendixes

codas, epilogues, postludes, conclusions, endings, finales, accompaniments, additions, complements, postscripts, follow-ups, sequels, documentations, allonges, riders

Word Forms of Appendixes

Inflections: appendices

Origin & Etymology of Appendixes

borrowed from Latin appendic-, appendix "something subordinate or supplementary attached to a larger unit," fr. appendere, presumably "to attach to something larger by hanging " + -ic-, -ix, noun suffix append

First known use: 1549

Frequently Asked Questions about Appendixes

What does "Appendixes" mean?

"Appendixes" means appendage. As a noun, it is defined as: appendage.

What is another word for "Appendixes"?

Other words for "Appendixes" include addenda, afterwords, codicils, excursuses and supplements. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Appendixes" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Appendixes"?

There are 20 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Appendixes". Common alternatives include addenda, afterwords, codicils, excursuses and supplements.

What is the opposite of "Appendixes"?

Antonyms of "Appendixes" include forewords, introductions, prefaces and prologues.

How do you use "Appendixes" in a sentence?

Examples of "Appendixes" in a sentence: "an appendix listing all of the artist's known works and their current locations".

Is "Appendixes" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Appendixes" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Appendixes"?

"Appendixes" is pronounced /ə-ˈpen-diks/ and divided into syllables as ap·pen·dix.

What is the origin of the word "Appendixes"?

"Appendixes" comes from borrowed from Latin appendic-, appendix "something subordinate or supplementary attached to a larger unit," fr. appendere, presumably "to attach to something larger by hanging " + -ic-, -ix, noun suffix append. First known use: 1549.