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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While further studies and clinical trials are still needed, the results highlight the potential for treatments that harness and enhance the body's own defenses.

From Science Daily • Apr. 14, 2026

“Whether it’s GLP-1 or desire for proteins, Tapatío and hot sauces enhance that experience,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026

This "principled stance" and "balanced approach" has helped to enhance the trust of Iran and other Gulf countries, says Syed.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

He added that A-Street focuses on core education instruction, considered less susceptible to budget cuts than supplemental services intended to fill gaps or enhance learning.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

“Ravenclaw’s was supposed to have magical properties, enhance the wisdom of the wearer.”

From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling

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