augmentation

noun

aug·​men·​ta·​tion ˌȯg-mən-ˈtā-shən 

-ˌmen-

1

a

: the act or process of augmenting something

b

: the state of being augmented

2

: something that augments : addition

Synonyms of augmentation

• increase
• boost
• gain
• addition

Examples of augmentation in a Sentence

augmentations to the benefits package over the years have resulted in a total of 12 paid holidays for employees

Recent Examples on the Web

According to the outlet, Lawrence has upcoming plans for a breast augmentation. —Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 6 Nov. 2025

The breast augmentation is not a shock to fans as many have noticed her fuller bust over the past couple of months. —Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 5 Nov. 2025

An augmentation to marine radar, automatic identification systems, or AIS, became commonly used by the early 2000s, continually broadcasting a ship's identification, position, course, and speed to maritime officials and other ships. —Keith Matheny, Freep.com, 2 Nov. 2025

This augmentation boosts economic activity and creates new opportunities. —Swami Chandrasekaran, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Rhymes for augmentation

• abdication
• aberration
• abjuration
• abnegation
• abrogation
• acceptation
• acclamation
• acclimation
• accusation
• activation
• actuation
• acylation

Medical Definition

augmentation

noun

aug·​men·​ta·​tion ˌȯg-mən-ˈtā-shən, -ˌmen- 

1

: the act, action, or process of augmenting

2

: something that augments