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Definition of enhancement

enhancement

/ɪnˈhæns.mənt/
en · hance · ment
Plural:enhancements
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Adjective:enhanced
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• noun

1

An increase or improvement in quality, value, or extent.

Example

"The city council approved several new policies aimed at the enhancement of public parks and green spaces."

2

A newly added feature, modification, or upgrade that makes a product, system, or appearance better or more effective.

Example

"The latest software update includes security patches and several user interface enhancements."

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• Rhymes for enhancement

• Nearby Words

engulfment
enguri
enhance
enhancement
enhancer
enigma
enigmatic

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in late 16th-century English from the verb 'enhance' and the suffix '-ment'. The verb 'enhance' derives from Anglo-French 'enhauncer', which ultimately traces back to Vulgar Latin '*inaltiare' (to raise high), from Latin 'altus' (high).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Enhancement. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/enhancement
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