Synonyms for

Enhance

Verb / eˈnhæns / Another word for enhance — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to improve or increase the quality, value, or attractiveness of something

Synonyms & similar words

raise heighten improve boost upgrade amplify augment enrich heighten intensify refine strengthen advance develop enlarge expand further progress promote elevate fortify optimize

Synonyms by register

Formal

augment amplify improve elevate

Informal

boost up jazz up spruce up

Literary

embellish adorn heighten

Antonyms

diminish reduce weaken lessen impair degrade

Common collocations

  • enhance performance
  • enhance understanding
  • enhance quality
  • enhance security
  • enhance features
  • enhance user experience
  • enhance the flavor

Word family

noun enhancement
verb enhance
adjective enhancing

Usage note

Enhance is often used in contexts related to improvement or making something better, especially in performance, quality, or appearance. It is generally a neutral or positive term.

Example sentences

  1. I will enhance my cake by adding some frosting.
  2. The new paint will enhance the color of the room.
  3. The lighting will enhance the beauty of the stage.
  4. Reading books will enhance your knowledge.
  5. The new technology will enhance the performance of the computer.

Quotes

  • The purpose of art is to make the invisible visible, and enhance our perception of the world.
  • We can enhance our capacity to love by developing empathy.
  • Music can enhance the experience of life.

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