enhance
/ɪnˈhɑːns/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: enhances · enhancing
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To augment or make something greater.
Verb
Examples
They had no character to preserve, except for courage; and perhaps the reputation of ferocity enhanced the value of their services, in making them feared as well as hated by the people.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To improve something by adding features.
Verb
Examples
A pom-pom to top off a stocking cap, a fringe to feather the edge of a shawl, tassels to define the points of an afghan, these are just a few of the delightful little goodies that enhance handknit things.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “enhance” mean?
To augment or make something greater.
Is “enhance” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.