enhance

[en-hans, -hahns] / ɛnˈhæns, -ˈhɑns /

VERB

improve, embellish

Synonyms

STRONGEST

add to appreciate augment boost build up complement enlarge heighten increase intensify raise reinforce strengthen upgrade

STRONG

adorn aggrandize amplify beautify boom elevate embroider exaggerate exalt lift magnify pad pyramid swell

WEAK

flesh out

Antonyms

STRONGEST

decrease diminish discourage hurt lessen lower neglect reduce subtract take away undermine weaken

STRONG

compress condemn contract debase demote denounce depress disgrace drop mar play down

WEAK

fix minimize worsen

Example Sentences

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Feldstein Soto pushed back on those criticisms, touting steps she has taken to modernize the office and enhance public safety.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

Now, researchers at the University of Cologne have uncovered a new mechanism showing how the amino acid leucine can enhance mitochondrial performance.

From Science Daily • May 21, 2026

Ubisoft is also looking to use artificial intelligence "to enhance player experience and boost teams' efficiency and creativity".

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

“We are scaling practical uses of automation, advanced analytics and artificial intelligence to streamline processes, improve decision-making and enhance both client service and internal efficiency,” Winters said in a statement.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Vesalius’s purpose was not only to enhance understanding but also to improve surgery.

From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton

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