SUPPLEMENTATION Synonyms: 49 Similar and Opposite Words

supplementation

noun

Definition of supplementation

as in augmentation

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Recent Examples of supplementation Decades of research have shown that creatine supplementation can improve strength, exercise performance, and muscle mass when combined with resistance training. — Sara Hoffman, Verywell Health, 20 July 2026 Regarding testosterone supplementation specifically, the interest of some patients has at times outpaced our scientific and medical understanding of testosterone deficiency and its management. — Alexander P. Cole, STAT, 18 July 2026 That’s where collagen supplementation comes in—and why experts like it. — Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 16 July 2026 May Improve Blood Clot Breakdown Vitamin C supplementation may help the body break down blood clots more efficiently through a process called fibrinolysis. — Alexandria Nyembwe, Health, 16 July 2026

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Noun

And while the surgery is still nowhere near as common as procedures like breast augmentation (over 306,000) or rhinoplasty (over 48,000), demand has been growing steadily.

— Anonymous, Allure, 23 July 2026
At 29 years old and having undergone breast augmentation surgery in 2025, many suspect that Simone Biles is done with competitive gymnastics.

— Caroline Price, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026

Definition of augmentation

Noun

Rivian plans further enhancements, including Sirius XM and Level 3 self-driving capabilities for Autonomy+ later this year.

— Anthony Karcz, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
Our goal is earlier identification of needs, stronger prevention efforts and enhancements to our continuous quality improvement processes.

— Laura Tillman, Hartford Courant, 18 July 2026

Definition of enhancement

Noun

The organization has taken a key measure with the addition of Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III.

— Vahe Gregorian July 30, Kansas City Star, 30 July 2026
Sports from the traditional standbys (artistic gymnastics) to the newest additions (flag football, lacrosse and squash) all sold through their first-drop availability.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026

Definition of addition

Noun

Too much direct light can lead to leaf scorch and reduce flowering due to stress, while too much shade can leave them bloomless, too.

— Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 28 July 2026
Gardeners wishing to promote a second flush of coppery new growth can simply give plants a light trim in early summer after flowering has finished.

— Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 24 July 2026

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