for good measure
Thrown in besides
For good measure means as an extra amount or action beyond what is strictly necessary, typically added to ensure sufficiency or completeness.
She added another cup of flour for good measure.
The phrase often suggests a generous or cautious spirit—giving a little more than required to be safe or thorough.
It can also describe something thrown in as a bonus: He insulted her work and, for good measure, criticized her appearance.
- as wellAdditionally; besides
- extraAdditional, beyond necessary
- throw inAdd as extra
- bonusReward beyond expectation
- added bonusRedundant phrase for extra
additionally · lagniappe · on the side · just in case · surplus · precaution · belt and suspenders · cushion · peace of mind · on top of that · freebie · moreover · safeguard · to boot · thoroughness · above and beyond · furthermore · margin
for good measurebare minimum
Smallest acceptable quantity
just enough · sparingly · minimally · insufficiently · barely
for good measuregrudgingly
With reluctant compliance
begrudgingly · stingily · sparingly · reluctantly · perfunctorily