augments

verb

present tense third-person singular of augment
as in increases
to make greater in size, amount, or number our volleyball team was augmented by some of the exchange team's players

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Recent Examples of augments This is the first of a new type of rideshare program flying to that orbit that augments SpaceX’s Transporter program that flies to SSO. — Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 July 2026 The core group now augments itself with the bass clarinetist Madison Greenstone, trombonist Weston Olencki, and, for the first time in the band’s history, vocals. — Jayson Greene, Pitchfork, 16 June 2026 Another envisions a future where technology augments rather than replaces human capability. — Robert B. Tucker, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026 That turns the chatbot from a substitute for care into something that augments the therapeutic alliance between you and your care team. — Sudheesha Perera, Time, 6 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for augments
  1. increases
  2. expands
  3. accelerates
  4. boosts
  5. extends
  6. enhances
Verb
  • Airport officials say the new design increases the distance between the terminal and the nearest runway, currently as little as 257 feet, soon to be about 880 feet, bringing the airport into compliance with FAA standards.
    — Christopher Reynolds, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
  • Firejet production also increases Beyond collaborative combat aircraft, the expansion will increase production of Kratos’ Firejet family of aerial target systems.
    — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 7 July 2026
Definition of increases
Verb
  • As the sun expands, gravitational tides act like a subtle brake, slowly draining Earth's orbital energy and pulling the planet inward.
    — Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 8 July 2026
  • The package expands the Air Force’s layered defenses against small unmanned aircraft.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 7 July 2026
Definition of expands
Verb
  • That’s especially important for farmers because nitrogen fertilizers serve as a key nutrient for crops that accelerates growth and enhances yields during harvest, Sumner added.
    — Chase Hunter, Boston Herald, 6 July 2026
  • Chinese equipment manufacturer Zoomlion has unveiled five new-energy technology achievements spanning construction, mining, and agricultural machinery, as the company accelerates its shift toward low-emission heavy equipment.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 3 July 2026
Definition of accelerates
Verb
  • Dove’s Scalp and Hair Therapy Density Boost Serum is a $10 scalp serum that boosts hair density and growth while targeting scalp irritation, itchiness, and flaking.
    — Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 8 July 2026
  • Her post received 22,000 likes, and Elon Musk—who regularly boosts white-supremacist perspectives—and Joe Rogan have made similar claims about the group being a false-flag operation.
    — Ali Breland, The Atlantic, 8 July 2026
Definition of boosts
Verb
  • Its selection even extends to name-brand favorites from Miraclesuit and Aqua, featuring tons of tasteful one-pieces, cover-ups, and more, all at rare markdowns.
    — Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 11 July 2026
  • For Blackstock, the return on investment extends well beyond financial performance.
    — Sachin H. Jain, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
Definition of extends
Verb
  • While technology enhances efficiency, only 8% of firms fully automate workflows.
    — Angelica Krystle Donati, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
  • That’s especially important for farmers because nitrogen fertilizers serve as a key nutrient for crops that accelerates growth and enhances yields during harvest, Sumner added.
    — Chase Hunter, Boston Herald, 6 July 2026
Definition of enhances

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