enhancement

American  

[en-hans-muhnt, -hahns-] / ɛnˈhæns mənt, -ˈhɑns- /

noun

1. the state or quality of being elevated, heightened, or increased, as in quality, degree, intensity, or value.

   The latest update brings many performance enhancements, finishing touches, and bug fixes.

   Combining solar power systems with energy storage promises significant cost savings and value enhancements for both technologies.

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Other Word Forms

• self-enhancement noun

Etymology

Origin of enhancement

enhance ( def. ) + -ment ( def. )

Example Sentences

"AI 'enhancements' can invent faces, weapons, and other critical details that were never visible in original footage -- or in real life."

From Barron's

Investors and consumers likely won’t get a clear picture of what those enhancements will be for a while, as Apple typically holds major software announcements for its June developers conference.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Menu enhancements and competitive pricing, coupled with ongoing advertising initiatives, continued to strengthen the Company’s value proposition and attract new guests, while improved restaurant operations remained a driver of repeat visits,” the company said.

From The Wall Street Journal

“It’s a planning perspective that’s looking for concrete economic enhancements at the firm and sector level, as opposed to just developing a machine that might transcend humanity,” Webster said.

From MarketWatch

Proposed improvements including water quality enhancement for recreational use, vendor spaces, tree planting, and nonprofit programming represent genuine commitment to community welfare.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• improvement