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

Nowak said that Alphabet has invested many resources into developing its TPUs to make them compatible with more systems, including through software enhancements.

From MarketWatch

Additional ground clearance, aggressive cladding with “SUBARU” lettering on the back, yellow accents, and 17-inch black wheels spotlight the styling enhancements.

From MarketWatch

It was among Stein’s many theme park enhancements during his more than 30 years as a top MCA executive, which included Universal’s push into Florida to compete with Walt Disney Co.

From Los Angeles Times

"Honor Among Thieves" is almost entirely constructed out of digital fakery, yet finds a balance between enchanting digital creations and enhancements and situational humanity, or whatever that term's equivalent would be for half-elves and tieflings.

From Salon

Allen answered that, while the maximum for armed carjacking would have been reduced from 40 to 24 years, with enhancements, that penalty is still “greater than many of the states represented in this room.”

From Washington Post

Related Words

• improvement