augmented

Definition of augmentednext
past tense of augment

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of augmented SiriusXM launched a dedicated Dolly Parton Tribute Channel (105) built around her music and related artists and collaborators, augmented by listener recollections. Russ Penuell, Billboard, 28 Aug. 2026 Even Jeremy Allen White, the actor known in part for a steamy Calvin Klein underwear campaign that flaunted his very real muscles, has been augmented by this pocket of the internet. José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 27 Aug. 2026 The Foos were also augmented by a choir decked out in multi-colored robes throughout the show. Spin Staff, SPIN, 24 Aug. 2026 Resource optimization asks leaders to determine where limited money, people, infrastructure, expertise, and time can produce greater value when augmented by AI. Michael Edmondson, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026 It’s been a banner year for Dean, who kicked it off by winning the Grammy for Best New Artist in February and it’s been augmented by her making history. Althea Legaspi, Rolling Stone, 2 Aug. 2026 The better question is whether a decision should be automated, augmented or left to human judgment. Pooya Tabesh, The Conversation, 30 July 2026 As of mid-2026, Moscow has completed production of advanced Su-35 fighter jets and helicopters for Tehran, augmented by deliveries of Yak-130 combat trainers, Mi-28 attack helicopters, and hundreds of long-range air-to-air and anti-radar missiles. Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Time, 30 July 2026 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for augmented
Verb
  • Additionally, writing longer, more detailed descriptions of concerns (over 100 words) significantly increased response rates.
    Paul Hsieh, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Overall, the budget increased by $720,000 since September 2025, Korfanta said.
    Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 30 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Chinese manufacturers have expanded from areas including etching and deposition into ion implantation, inspection and metrology, according to Goldman.
    Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2026
  • His father, Charles, had expanded the New Jersey real estate development business his grandfather, a Polish Holocaust survivor, had begun after starting out as a construction laborer.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 30 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • China accelerated its domestic chipmaking efforts after Washington tightened restrictions on Huawei Technologies in 2020, cutting the company off from TSMC.
    Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Prince was able to free the ATV and accelerated toward the deputy, striking him and knocking him to the ground.
    Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 30 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • The continent's sweltering summer has meanwhile boosted demand for air conditioning and other energy-hungry appliances at a time when demand for gas, widely used for Europe's heating and cooking needs, naturally falls.
    Jenni Reid, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Beyond the impact for populations the organization serves, Iyer said the promise of Daisy Chain Fields has boosted morale among NWLC staff during an extremely difficult time in America.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026

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“Augmented.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/augmented. Accessed 31 Aug. 2026.

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