Synonyms for

Enhancement

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

Definition

The act of improving or enhancing something.

Synonyms & similar words

sweetening improvement upgrade advancement enrichment betterment amendment refinement development boost augmentation growth progress evolution modernization innovation reform rejuvenation renewal revitalization stimulation

Synonyms by register

Formal

improvement augmentation amplification elaboration

Informal

boost upgrade fix-up tweak

Literary

embellishment adornment refinement

Antonyms

impairment detriment damage decline weakening deterioration

Common collocations

  • performance enhancement
  • visual enhancement
  • feature enhancement
  • enhancement program
  • enhancement drug
  • enhancement techniques
  • enhancement features

Word family

noun enhancement
verb enhance
adjective enhancive

Usage note

Often used in technical or business contexts to describe an improvement or addition. Be mindful of its use in relation to performance-enhancing drugs, which carries specific connotations.

Example sentences

  1. The enhancement of the recipe made it taste even better.
  2. The enhancement of the garden made it more beautiful.
  3. The enhancement of the car made it faster.
  4. The enhancement of the computer made it more efficient.
  5. The enhancement of the movie made it more enjoyable.

Quotes

  • 'The enhancement of beauty is an ecstasy.' - William Butler Yeats
  • 'The enhancement of one's knowledge is essential to inspire creativity.' - Wayne Chirisa
  • 'The enhancement of life is an illusion, we all must face death.' - Toba Beta

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