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 Early studies indicate that creatine supplements could enhance cognitive function in older adults and people with dementia or sleep deprivation. — Claire Bugos, Verywell Health, 3 July 2026 More than 30 Will County schools will receive funds to enhance security thanks to $129,777 in grants awarded by the county from the state’s cannabis sales tax revenue. — Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026 Goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa coming on late in the game to participate in a sixth World Cup at age 40 and playing a small part in the final goal only enhanced the experience in a raucous Estadio Azteca. — Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 4 July 2026 Sourdough bread supports digestion by reducing FODMAPs, enhancing mineral absorption, and feeding good gut bacteria. — Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 4 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for enhance

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Kyle Schwarber is threatening home run records, even as pitching continues to improve.

— Ian Miller OutKick, FOXNews.com, 1 July 2026
Jupiter enters your 6th House of Work and Health, encouraging kinder routines that improve well-being and lighten daily tasks.

— Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 30 June 2026

Definition of improve

Verb

Lane closures remained in effect, snarling traffic for several miles as rush hour intensified.

— Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026
Brown was the subject of rampant trade rumors in recent weeks, with those intensifying after the Celtics’ attempt to flip him for Giannis Antetokounmpo failed.

— Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 6 July 2026

Definition of intensify

Verb

Hinduism is a narrative religion; its mercurial wisdom is lightened and sweetened by stories, softened by ambiguities, sharpened by paradoxes.

— Chandrahas Choudhury, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 July 2026
The Sixers sweetened the deal with draft capital, but those picks won’t compensate for Brown’s departure.

— Mark Medina, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026

Definition of sweeten

Verb

Recent allegations of irregularities in government recruitment exams have only deepened frustrations among some young Indians.

— Ayushi Shah, CNN Money, 4 July 2026
South Korean officials and experts say the vessel was likely built with Russian assistance amid deepening military ties between the countries, but some analysts have questioned how effective the vessel would be in active service.

— ABC News, ABC News, 4 July 2026

Definition of deepen

Verb

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
And these pieces don’t need much to spruce them up either.

— Michelle Mastro, The Spruce, 20 June 2026

Definition of spruce

Verb

Trump responded by saying their decision only heightens the importance of Congress passing the SAVE America Act, his effort to rewrite voter eligibility laws.

— Josh Feldman, NBC news, 30 June 2026
The environmental organizations raised concerns about the nearby data center’s potential effects, including noise and light pollution that could alter animals’ breeding patterns and potentially heighten their stress responses.

— Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez, Fortune, 30 June 2026

Definition of heighten

Verb

Manucurist formulates its masks with panthenol, a form of vitamin B5, to hydrate and strengthen dry nails over time, reducing breakage.

— Irene Richardson, InStyle, 4 July 2026
The only way to preserve our republic is to strengthen the pillars of our present with the mortar of our past.

— Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 4 July 2026

Definition of strengthen

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