additive-free

Nothing artificial added

Additive-free describes products, especially food, that contain no artificial additives—no preservatives, colorings, or flavor enhancers: additive-free baby food, additive-free pet treats.

The term appeals to consumers seeking natural or minimally processed options, though what counts as an "additive" can be loosely defined.

food

organic

From living matter

pure · wholesome · fresh · homemade · artisanal · farm-to-table · raw · unrefined · traditional · heritage

cosmetics

natural

Not artificially produced

gentle · non-toxic · plant-based · botanical · vegan · mineral · pure · unscented · skincare · formulation

industrial

untreated

Not given care

pure · unprocessed · unmodified · unadulterated · stock · feedstock · food-grade · uncontaminated · pristine · original

fuel

pure

Unmixed, without impurities

gasoline · diesel · unadulterated · premium · octane · conventional · refined · neat · uncut · automotive

Categories
Opposites
presence of additives

additive-freepreserved

Kept from deterioration

enhanced · fortified · treated · supplemented · adulterated

processing and naturalness

additive-freeultra-processed

Heavily manufactured food products

processed · artificial · synthetic · unnatural · modified

Family

additive, added, adding, addition, additions, additional, additionally, free, freed

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G