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Synonyms & Similar Words
improvement
advancement
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Meaning of Enhancement
The act or process of making something better or more effective.
Definitions
- The act or process of improving something, especially a product or a situation.
- * The quality of being improved or made better.
- * A feature or aspect that is added to something in order to improve it.
Etymology of Enhancement
The word "enhancement" has its roots in the Old French word "enhançer," which means "to increase or improve."
This Old French word is derived from the prefix "en-" (meaning "to make" or "to put") and the verb "hançer" (meaning "to raise" or "to lift").
The word "enhancement" has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe the act or process of improving something.
Example Uses
- The company invested in the enhancement of their customer service department.
- * The new software update provides several enhancements to the user interface.
- * The enhancement of the city's public transportation system has made it easier for people to get around.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
deterioration
decline
decrease
reduction
diminishment
impairment
weakening
debasement
degradation
worsening
downgrading
depreciation
devaluation
contraction
curtailment
abatement
lessening
mitigation
moderation
restraint
subtraction
deduction