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enlargement Synonyms

Another word for enlargement

Choosing another word for enlargement depends on context, so the 12 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The action or state of making or becoming larger in size, scope, or extent.

Usage Example

"The treaty paved the way for the further expansion of the European Union."

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expansion
Strong
extension
growth
augmentation
increase
amplification
dilation

• noun (Context 2)

A photograph or image that has been printed or reproduced at a larger size than the original.

Usage Example

"She ordered a framed blow-up of her favorite family portrait for the living room wall."

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blow-up
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magnification

• noun (Context 3)

An addition or extension built onto an existing structure or area.

Usage Example

"The library's newest extension includes a quiet reading room and a digital archive."

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extension
addition
Strong
annex
wing

Opposites of enlargement

The opposite of enlargement shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

reduction
contraction
shrinkage
decrease
diminution
miniature
curtailment
See all opposites of enlargement

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Enlargement. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/enlargement
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