enhancer

noun

en·​hanc·​er in-ˈhan(t)-sər 

en-

1

: one that enhances

2

: a nucleotide sequence that increases the rate of genetic transcription by preferentially increasing the activity of the nearest promoter on the same DNA molecule

Examples of enhancer in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This detangler spray works overtime as a heat protectant, frizz fighter, hydrator, and shine enhancer to turn wet or towel-dried hair into soft, smooth locks. — Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 19 Aug. 2026

Johnson was suspended for six games for violating the league’s policy on performance-enhancers. — Maura Carey, Chicago Tribune, 15 Aug. 2026

Johnson was suspended six games for violating the league’s policy on performance-enhancers. — Maura Carey, Los Angeles Times, 14 Aug. 2026

Bevan sees them as a yield enhancer and believes the portion allocated to them depends on each investor’s risk tolerance. — Michelle Fox, CNBC, 11 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for enhancer

• merganser
• romancer
• ansar
• anser
• answer
• cancer
• dancer
• lancer
• anticancer
• necromancer

Medical Definition

enhancer

noun

en·​hanc·​er in-ˈhan(t)-sər, en- 

: a nucleotide sequence that increases the rate of genetic transcription by increasing the activity of the nearest promoter on the same DNA molecule