enhance

verb

en·hance in-ˈhan(t)s How to pronounce enhance (audio)

en-

enhanced; enhancing

transitive verb

: heighten, increase

especially : to increase or improve in value, quality, desirability, or attractiveness

enhanced the room with crown molding

obsolete : raise

enhancement

in-ˈhan(t)-smənt How to pronounce enhance (audio)

en-

noun

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Enhance Has Latin Roots

When enhance was borrowed into English in the 13th century, it literally meant to raise something higher. That sense, though now obsolete, provides a clue about the origins of the word. Enhance, which was spelled enhauncen in Middle English, comes to us from Anglo-French enhaucer or enhauncer ("to raise"), which can be traced back to the Latin altus ("high") by way of an assumed Vulgar Latin verb inaltiare, which would have been formed by combining the prefix in- with the Latin altus. Although enhance initially applied only to physically making things higher, it developed an additional and less literal sense of "to exalt especially in rank or spirit," and quickly acquired extended figurative senses for raising the value or attractiveness of something or someone.

Example Sentences

You can enhance the flavor of the dish by using fresh herbs. The image has been digitally enhanced to show more detail. The company is looking to enhance its earnings potential.

Recent Examples on the Web Cardinal Stadium has undergone several changes to enhance the fan experience after receiving feedback from ticketholders last year.

Alexis Cubit, The Courier-Journal, 14 Sep. 2022 Use warm wood tones to balance a crisp white kitchen or to enhance the appeal of deep green and blue tones.

Julianne Hilmes Bartlett, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Sep. 2022 Those watching on the Prime Video app on their TVs, phones, or tablets can access on-demand statistics and highlights to enhance the second-screen experience.

Joe Reedy, ajc, 13 Sep. 2022 The two countries have also continued to enhance their military cooperation.

Keith Zhai, WSJ, 13 Sep. 2022 Of course, Ferrari doesn’t like to call it an SUV, instead referring to this new model as an extension of its sports car lineup with a new form factor meant to enhance versatility and comfort.

Joey Capparella, Car and Driver, 13 Sep. 2022 Krug has long been a proponent of music pairings as a way to enhance its Champagnes.

Tori Latham, Robb Report, 12 Sep. 2022 Over the last two years the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources worked with anglers to develop the 2020-22 Lake Michigan stocking plan to enhance fisheries management in the lake.

Paul A. Smith, Journal Sentinel, 11 Sep. 2022 The additional layers of high-tech surveillance adopted in the name of pandemic prevention can be used to enhance the tracking and monitoring of the populace more generally.

Michael Schuman, The Atlantic, 9 Sep. 2022 See More

单词	enhancements
释义	enhance verb en·hance in-ˈhan(t)s en- enhanced; enhancing transitive verb 1 : heighten, increase especially : to increase or improve in value, quality, desirability, or attractiveness enhanced the room with crown molding 2 obsolete : raise enhancement in-ˈhan(t)-smənt en- noun Did you know? Enhance Has Latin Roots When enhance was borrowed into English in the 13th century, it literally meant to raise something higher. That sense, though now obsolete, provides a clue about the origins of the word. Enhance, which was spelled enhauncen in Middle English, comes to us from Anglo-French enhaucer or enhauncer ("to raise"), which can be traced back to the Latin altus ("high") by way of an assumed Vulgar Latin verb inaltiare, which would have been formed by combining the prefix in- with the Latin altus. Although enhance initially applied only to physically making things higher, it developed an additional and less literal sense of "to exalt especially in rank or spirit," and quickly acquired extended figurative senses for raising the value or attractiveness of something or someone. Synonyms ameliorate amend better enrich help improve meliorate perfect refine upgrade See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences You can enhance the flavor of the dish by using fresh herbs. The image has been digitally enhanced to show more detail. The company is looking to enhance its earnings potential. Recent Examples on the Web Cardinal Stadium has undergone several changes to enhance the fan experience after receiving feedback from ticketholders last year. Alexis Cubit, The Courier-Journal, 14 Sep. 2022 Use warm wood tones to balance a crisp white kitchen or to enhance the appeal of deep green and blue tones. Julianne Hilmes Bartlett, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Sep. 2022 Those watching on the Prime Video app on their TVs, phones, or tablets can access on-demand statistics and highlights to enhance the second-screen experience. Joe Reedy, ajc, 13 Sep. 2022 The two countries have also continued to enhance their military cooperation. Keith Zhai, WSJ, 13 Sep. 2022 Of course, Ferrari doesn’t like to call it an SUV, instead referring to this new model as an extension of its sports car lineup with a new form factor meant to enhance versatility and comfort. Joey Capparella, Car and Driver, 13 Sep. 2022 Krug has long been a proponent of music pairings as a way to enhance its Champagnes. Tori Latham, Robb Report, 12 Sep. 2022 Over the last two years the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources worked with anglers to develop the 2020-22 Lake Michigan stocking plan to enhance fisheries management in the lake. Paul A. Smith, Journal Sentinel, 11 Sep. 2022 The additional layers of high-tech surveillance adopted in the name of pandemic prevention can be used to enhance the tracking and monitoring of the populace more generally. Michael Schuman, The Atlantic, 9 Sep. 2022 See More Word History Etymology Middle English enhauncen, from Anglo-French enhaucer, enhauncer, from Vulgar Latin inaltiare, from Latin in + altus* high — more at old First Known Use 13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2 Kids Definition enhance verb en·hance in-ˈhans enhanced; enhancing : to make greater or better The products claim to enhance beauty. enhancements noun plural of enhancement as in improvements an instance of notable progress in the development of knowledge, technology, or skill the phenomenal enhancements that have been made in home electronic equipment Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance improvements advances advancements refinements developments breakthroughs innovations discoveries increases betterments ameliorations evolutions upgrades educations maturations gestations perfections upturns upswings quantum leaps expansions enlightenments elaborations growths meliorations civilizations revivals uplifts finds edifications windfalls boosts inventions uptrends renaissances renascences Antonyms & Near Antonyms setbacks reductions breakdowns impediments crashes decreases hindrances shortcomings collapses declines stumbling blocks impairments failings lapses drawbacks downgrades glitches degenerations detriments deteriorations decays diminishments descents declensions languishments decadences disablements See More
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