enhances

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

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enhances

Travel forces the opposite—new food, new streets, new people, new decisions—and that friction is what builds confidence, sharpens memory and gives us a sense of satisfaction that enhances cognitive well-being.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 26, 2026

"Diversifying energy supplies, including with abundant US sources, enhances regional stability and prosperity."

From Barron's ● Jul. 31, 2026

"Aerial support complements the extensive work already being undertaken by firefighters and partner agencies on the ground and enhances our ability to limit the spread of fire where conditions allow."

From BBC ● Jul. 20, 2026

The glow of a World Series appearance — also known as recency bias — enhances value.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 1, 2026

Her face softens with a kindness that enhances her beauty.

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein