aerated

verb

past tense of aerate
as in augmented

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aerated
  1. augmented
  2. elongated
  3. increased
  4. prolonged
  5. accelerated
  6. expanded
  7. amplified
  8. enlarged
Verb
  • The piece was embellished with the French luxury fashion’s signature keyhole cutout, augmented by a gold outline.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 24 July 2026
  • Quicksand’s trademark edge and groove are augmented by a sonic expansion that is well worth falling into.
    — Tiffany Kelly, Entertainment Weekly, 17 July 2026
Definition of augmented
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  • The glossy Lidia slingback pump is designed with a sharp, elongated pointed toe and stands tall on a slender, pin-thin stiletto heel measuring 4 inches.
    — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 30 July 2026
  • Most ladybug larvae have elongated bodies, often orange and black, adorned with spikes like tiny alligators.
    — Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 18 July 2026
Definition of elongated
Verb
  • Gas prices edged over $4 a gallon in Broward County and increased by 11 cents across the country compared to the same time last week.
    — Miami Herald Staff Report, Miami Herald, 27 July 2026
  • Since the inclusion of major studios and companies, the popular convention’s roster of talent has only increased, becoming part of mainstream Hollywood events.
    — Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
Definition of increased
Verb
  • While Taco Bell or other restaurant chains may take a temporary sales hit as headlines about the outbreak swirl, particularly in the states most affected by it, analysts said any dips in revenue or stock prices likely will not be prolonged.
    — Laya Neelakandan, CNBC, 17 July 2026
  • During the Iran-Iraq War of 1980–88, which Khomeini prolonged for several years after repelling the Iraqi invasion, a disproportionate burden fell on Iranians in the southwestern and western provinces.
    — Arash Azizi, The Atlantic, 17 July 2026
Definition of prolonged
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  • This swift expansion, following Huang's X post, highlights a new, accelerated tempo for tech policy formation.
    — Sandy Carter, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026
  • The scheduling of two executions – both via lethal injection – in one day comes as Florida has accelerated its pace of executions, even as other states have abolished or paused the practice.
    — Nicki Brown, CNN Money, 26 July 2026
Definition of accelerated
Verb
  • The bank forecasts Taiwan's current account surplus to reach 25% of GDP this year, while exports have expanded at a record 40% to 70% pace for much of 2026.
    — Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 27 July 2026
  • Sienkiewicz got his start in comics back in the late 1970s, but today his colorful and recognizable style has expanded into illustration, animation, film and TV, book and album covers, advertising and fine art.
    — Rob Salkowitz, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026
Definition of expanded
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  • Translating the watercolor study into print, Homer simplified the background and amplified the weight of the figure.
    — Kelly Presutti, ARTnews.com, 31 July 2026
  • Rowling and other prominent social media users amplified the girls’ account of the incident.
    — Jackson Thompson OutKick, FOXNews.com, 30 July 2026
Definition of amplified
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  • The pitch has already been rolled for the next one to be enlarged to 64.
    — James Horncastle, New York Times, 30 July 2026
  • The building was enlarged in the 1920s, in a style consistent with the original design.
    — Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026
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