ENHANCE Synonyms: 111 Similar and Opposite Words

enhance

verb

in-ˈhan(t)s

Definition of enhance

as in to improve

to make better some shrubbery would really enhance the curb appeal of that house

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Relevance

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as in to intensify

to make markedly greater in measure or degree the right makeup would enhance the beauty of her eyes

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as in to sweeten

to make more desirable leather seats and a state-of-the-art stereo system enhance the sedan

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Recent Examples of enhance The thoughtful update sees modern elements enhancing rather than detracting from the original details. — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 4 Sep. 2026 But when focus is on the underlying system first and well-designed processes are prioritized, AI enhances an already effective way of working. — Farzana Abdulhusein, Forbes.com, 4 Sep. 2026 Meta agreed to impose changes including a default two-hour daily time limit for teens across Facebook and Instagram, muted notifications during school hours, and enhanced parental controls, with more updates potentially on the horizon. — Ashley Capoot, CNBC, 29 Aug. 2026 Silver Palace's presentation is enhanced by a low, off-center, third-person camera perspective. — Gabriel Zamora, PC Magazine, 29 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for enhance

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Chelsea, despite missing out on a late move for Lamine Camara, and Tottenham have improved considerably, but that is more a reflection of previous dysfunction — and a lighter schedule — than inspired recruitment.

— Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2026
Kia's base model can feel a bit barebones, but upper trims feature plenty of creature comforts and tech enhancements that improve its driving and ownership experience.

— Keith Laing, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of improve

Verb

To sweeten the deal, Best Buy has it for a jaw-dropping 48% off, saving you $620 for a limited time.

— Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 28 Aug. 2026
Many caloric or sugar-sweetened beverages don’t offer healthy benefits and can lead to weight gain, which can stress your kidneys and speed up kidney disease progression.

— Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of sweeten

Verb

Rather than directly monetizing the platform, Nvidia can deepen developer loyalty, make its hardware and software a natural choice for deploying AI models, and keep a strategic asset out of competitors' hands.

— Alexa LoMonaco, CNBC, 5 Sep. 2026
And suppose, additionally, that Haidt is also right, and that—for many kids—smartphones are deepening these problems and adding new ones.

— Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of deepen

Verb

If your outdoor space has been looking a little tired from the summer sun and storms, consider this your sign to spruce things up before the next season is in full swing.

— Sarah Scott, Southern Living, 11 Aug. 2026
Prince Harry even spruced the place up to Meghan’s liking while the couple was dating, per People, and proposed to her in the walled garden outside of the cottage in 2017.

— Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 20 June 2026

Definition of spruce

Verb

Mandating malnutrition reporting could increase the need for dietitians in already understaffed hospitals, or create overwhelming caseloads that could endanger patients and heighten the risk of RD burnout.

— Lauren Chan, STAT, 1 Sep. 2026
The manufacturing and exporting might of China and the artificial intelligence revolution are heightening concerns of France being left behind economically and technologically.

— ABC News, ABC News, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of heighten

Verb

Fall menu items are currently available and include a campfire mocha, candied pecan cold brew, caramel apple matcha, boo-berry latte, cherry garcia and salted maple latte.

— Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 28 Aug. 2026
In a large serving bowl, combine the strawberries, spinach, arugula, goat cheese, and candied pecans.

— ABC News, ABC News, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of candy

Verb

Designed for limp, oily, and dull hair, the color-safe formula washes away stubborn dirt and grime—common culprits of flat waves—while a lineup of amino acids work to soften and strengthen strands.

— Madison San Miguel, Allure, 5 Sep. 2026
If superconductivity in magic-angle graphene were primarily driven by phonons, or vibrations of the atomic lattice, weakening Coulomb interactions would be expected to leave the effect largely unchanged or even strengthen it slightly.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 5 Sep. 2026

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