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Meaning of Enlarged
The primary meaning of the word "Enlarged" is something that has been made or become larger in size, amount, or degree.
Definitions
- Made or become larger in size, amount, or degree
- * Increased or extended in scope, scale, or extent
- * Made or become more comprehensive, detailed, or elaborate
Etymology of Enlarged
The word "Enlarged" comes from the Old French "enlargier", which is derived from "en-" (meaning "to make" or "to put") and "largier" (meaning "to make larger"), ultimately from the Latin "largus" (meaning "large" or "spacious")
Historically, the word has been used to describe physical expansion, as well as metaphorical or abstract enlargement, such as the expansion of ideas or knowledge
Example Uses
- The company has enlarged its product line to include more eco-friendly options
- * The teacher enlarged the map on the screen to help the students see the details more clearly
- * The city has enlarged its public transportation system to reduce traffic congestion
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
reduced
decreased
diminished
lessened
lowered
minimized
contracted
shrunk
shrunken
narrowed
shortened
curtailed
abridged
condensed
compressed
compacted
confined
restricted
limited