1
as in improved
to make better
some shrubbery would really enhance the curb appeal of that house
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2
as in heightened
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
the right makeup would enhance the beauty of her eyes
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as in sweetened
to make more desirable
leather seats and a state-of-the-art stereo system enhance the sedan
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as in intensified
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as in enlightened
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Recent Examples of enhanced
David Ferrara, Cincinnati Enquirer, 5 Sep. 2025
Last September, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said Moscow was adjusting its protocols for use of nuclear weapons in light of enhanced Western support for Ukraine.
—Darya Tarasova, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2025
Ofek 19 is a synthetic aperture radar observation satellite with enhanced capabilities, 7 Israel National News reports.
—Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 5 Sep. 2025
Facing China's growing activity in the Arctic, along with Russia's persistent military presence, the Pentagon has called for a stronger posture and enhanced capabilities.
—Ryan Chan, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Sep. 2025
Long-term financial feasibility hinges on weighing implementation expenses against enhanced operational agility and efficiency improvements as rollouts expand past initial testing phases.
—Tejasri Gururaj, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2025
For honeymooners, adults-only camps provide enhanced privacy and a more sophisticated ambiance.
—Karin Jones, Travel + Leisure, 4 Sep. 2025
While the enhanced method of counting the house and the ongoing expansion of Nielsen’s out-of-home sample had advertisers anticipating single-digit gains versus last year’s deliveries, the ‘Horns-Buckeyes numbers left the early projections in the dust.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 4 Sep. 2025
Atrium Health offers five concierge care locations in Charlotte and Cornelius with enhanced services for a membership fee, including longer appointments and 24/7 access to a provider.
—Charlotte Observer, 3 Sep. 2025
Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 5 Sep. 2025
There will be enhanced medical and sports science areas.
—James Pearce, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2025
The Tequila is floral and aromatic, featuring aromas of cooked and fresh agave, enhanced by a subtle floral sweetness and tropical fruit notes, especially banana, guava, and pineapple.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
When combined with immune checkpoint inhibitors – the breakthrough immunotherapy that prevents the immune system from attacking healthy cells – the T cells' tumor-fighting capacity was further enhanced.
—New Atlas, 3 Sep. 2025
The latest standard offers enhanced OFDMA operations that use Multiple Resource Units (MRUs) designed to further reduce latency and interference.
—Rob Pegoraro, PC Magazine, 3 Sep. 2025
But everything about it has been enhanced and dramatized.
—Brett Berk, Robb Report, 3 Sep. 2025
Camping, hiking, road tripping, or any other form of adventure is instantly enhanced by the presence of a canine companion.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2025
Four bouncy, glossy scallops sit on a bed of the roasty sauce, enhanced by a sweet and sour agrodolce made with fresh strawberries.
—Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Verb
An enhanced enclosure at the top of the observation tower has been added for safety purposes, city spokeswoman Rachel Murray said.
—David Ferrara, Cincinnati Enquirer, 5 Sep. 2025
Last September, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said Moscow was adjusting its protocols for use of nuclear weapons in light of enhanced Western support for Ukraine.
—Darya Tarasova, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2025
Ofek 19 is a synthetic aperture radar observation satellite with enhanced capabilities, 7 Israel National News reports.
—Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 5 Sep. 2025
Facing China's growing activity in the Arctic, along with Russia's persistent military presence, the Pentagon has called for a stronger posture and enhanced capabilities.
—Ryan Chan, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Sep. 2025
Long-term financial feasibility hinges on weighing implementation expenses against enhanced operational agility and efficiency improvements as rollouts expand past initial testing phases.
—Tejasri Gururaj, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2025
For honeymooners, adults-only camps provide enhanced privacy and a more sophisticated ambiance.
—Karin Jones, Travel + Leisure, 4 Sep. 2025
While the enhanced method of counting the house and the ongoing expansion of Nielsen’s out-of-home sample had advertisers anticipating single-digit gains versus last year’s deliveries, the ‘Horns-Buckeyes numbers left the early projections in the dust.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 4 Sep. 2025
Atrium Health offers five concierge care locations in Charlotte and Cornelius with enhanced services for a membership fee, including longer appointments and 24/7 access to a provider.
—Charlotte Observer, 3 Sep. 2025
Adjective
According to the statement, with the backing of PAI, Marcolin has broadened its international reach and enhanced operational efficiency, reinforcing itself as a leading player in the wholesale eyewear market.
—Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 5 Sep. 2025
There will be enhanced medical and sports science areas.
—James Pearce, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2025
The Tequila is floral and aromatic, featuring aromas of cooked and fresh agave, enhanced by a subtle floral sweetness and tropical fruit notes, especially banana, guava, and pineapple.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
When combined with immune checkpoint inhibitors – the breakthrough immunotherapy that prevents the immune system from attacking healthy cells – the T cells' tumor-fighting capacity was further enhanced.
—New Atlas, 3 Sep. 2025
The latest standard offers enhanced OFDMA operations that use Multiple Resource Units (MRUs) designed to further reduce latency and interference.
—Rob Pegoraro, PC Magazine, 3 Sep. 2025
But everything about it has been enhanced and dramatized.
—Brett Berk, Robb Report, 3 Sep. 2025
Camping, hiking, road tripping, or any other form of adventure is instantly enhanced by the presence of a canine companion.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2025
Four bouncy, glossy scallops sit on a bed of the roasty sauce, enhanced by a sweet and sour agrodolce made with fresh strawberries.
—Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enhanced
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Witt finished Thursday’s series finale with the biggest hit of the night as the Royals improved to 71-69.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
5 Sep. 2025
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In addition, Instagram has improved a few other corners to make better use of the larger display.—
Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The vocal outcries of small groups of readers on social media were intensified by polarization and algorithm amplification.—
Kevin Dickinson,
Big Think,
2 Sep. 2025
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These rumors intensified after he was not seen in public for several days in August, though he has since been spotted playing golf.—
Kate Plummer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Sep. 2025
Verb
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To put that into perspective, one can of diet soda sweetened with aspartame contains around 200 to 300 milligrams, according to the World Health Organization.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
3 Sep. 2025
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The palate itself is notably creamy, leading with vanilla and passionfruit custard before diving into sugar-and-spice coated cashews, sweetened green tea, and a barely-there thread of matcha.—
David Thomas Tao,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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During the pandemic, many workers at restaurants with less enlightened owners quit their jobs, Jayaraman noted, signalling their frustration with the low and erratic pay.—
Eyal Press,
New Yorker,
28 July 2025
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But Val is an enlightened practitioner of Eastern spirituality who used to be in shipping in Vladivostok.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
2 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The drama was further heightened by Texas Republican leaders’ calls to track down, fire, or arrest the quorum-breakers.—
Rachel Monroe,
New Yorker,
2 Sep. 2025
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But this has only heightened Beijing’s suspicion of backdoors and surveillance, prompting some Chinese firms to abandon American chips altogether.—
Craig S. Smith,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Tuscarawas County prosecutors charged Ruth Miller, 40, on Wednesday, Aug. 27, with two counts of aggravated murder.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
28 Aug. 2025
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Over the first six months of 2025, the index shows a 21% decrease in homicides over the same period of 2024, while aggravated assaults—which includes non-fatal shootings—were down 8%.—
MARK VANCLEAVE,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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But the needs of civilized society have a way of intruding.—
Angie Han,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Aug. 2025
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Act civilized, act kind, act tolerant, because this is the problem with what is happening in the region.—
Amira El-Fekki,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Aug. 2025
Verb
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These factors deepened the disaster’s impacts and elongated the recovery process.—
Manann Donoghoe,
Time,
28 Aug. 2025
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Moscow and Beijing have deepened their military ties in recent years by conducting joint exercises and patrols, with the most recent naval maneuvers held earlier this month in the Pacific.—
Ryan Chan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Aug. 2025
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“Enhanced.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enhanced. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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