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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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It will eliminate some jobs, but it will also create and enhance others.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

Mithril Defense is bringing its Campus Guardian Angel system to schools in Florida and Georgia to enhance security and reduce gun violence.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

Supporters said the bill would enhance government efficiency as it would elevate the level of representation whenever an official is required to stand in for the president.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

We're convinced drones will greatly enhance the capabilities of helicopters.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Sela was the best; all the added muttering, dancing and trickery was done merely to enhance her reputation, to pull the wool over the eyes of stupid ignorant creatures.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.