FERTILIZE Synonyms: 52 Similar and Opposite Words

fertilize

verb

Definition of fertilize

as in to enrich

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Recent Examples of fertilize Otherwise, fertilize once a year in early spring with a bit of 10-10-10 fertilizer to the base of the plant. — Blythe Copeland, Martha Stewart, 26 Aug. 2026 Keep the new plants moist, and fertilize monthly March through October. — Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 22 Aug. 2026 Next door at CedarCreek Estate Winery, the Block 5 chardonnay and Block 4 pinot noir have their own cult following, assisted by highland cows that fertilize and stomp the vineyard soil, and a flock of free range chickens that eat the small pests. — Lisa Kadane, Travel + Leisure, 29 July 2026 These products fertilize the soil while preventing potential weeds from breaking the surface. — David Beaulieu, The Spruce, 29 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for fertilize

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The impeccable craftsmanship will be clear to even an untrained eye, but learning about the symbolism and process behind each design enriches the experience exponentially.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Sep. 2026
In his speech, Milei warned that the Sea Lion project could usher in a broader Falklands oil boom, enriching the islands with resources Argentina claims as its own and further entrenching Britain’s presence.

— Isabel Debre, Los Angeles Times, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of enrich

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In future windows, a younger, faster centre-back feels required to augment an ageing cohort, with Burn and Fabian Schar both 34 and only Malick Thiaw possessing much pace.

— Chris Waugh, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026
Every solution is designed to augment human expertise rather than replace it, ensuring AI strengthens decision-making while maintaining accountability, transparency, and trust.

— Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of augment

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But things did not click regularly enough as a team, hence the summer-long search for a new No 10-type playmaker who could provide the necessary creativity and consistency to supplement Windass’ qualities.

— Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026
Chen said that the company’s robots will supplement human manpower, not replace it.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of supplement

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Japan in recent years has fortified its southwestern region with longer range missiles and interceptors.

— Mia Osmonbekov, Fortune, 31 Aug. 2026
Defensively, the return of Daley and Wyatt fortifies a line that already had two other starters back in Mario Landino and Tyrique Tucker.

— Michael Marot, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of fortify

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Leeds, their defence reinforced by the arrival of Tarik Muharemovic, look like a tough nut to crack.

— Oliver Kay, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026
Unlike ceramides, which reinforce the moisture barrier, or hyaluronic acid, which mainly hydrates at the surface, urea can moisturize and, at higher strengths, exfoliate dead skin cells.

— Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of reinforce

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The technique already plays a major role in biotechnology, where manufacturers use it to purify complex compounds and biologic medicines.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 26 Aug. 2026
Puerto Rico’s governor had declared a state of emergency in late July because of the persistent dry conditions and activated the National Guard to transport, distribute, and purify water.

— Dánica Coto, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of purify

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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

Definition of strengthen

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Those exhibiting suspicious symptoms had samples taken and sent to a laboratory for analysis, the ministry said on Saturday, adding that the vessel was also decontaminated.

— ABC News, ABC News, 9 Aug. 2026
Even considering the persistence and peril of anthrax, Stewart reckons that the British government did properly decontaminate the island.

— RJ Mackenzie, Popular Science, 5 Aug. 2026

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