enhancement

[en-hans-muhnt, -hahns-]

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.

Other Word Forms

• self-enhancement noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of enhancement¹

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

Example Sentences

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.

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Amidror says the country would want a say in whether such enhancements are shared with other buyers in the region.

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There are conspicuous downsides for a nonprofit company getting accustomed to enhancement money from outside producers.

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The Rose Bowl is ancient and needs major enhancements such as railings.

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For more than a month, Senate Democrats withheld their votes to reopen the government as they pressed for an extension to the pandemic-era enhancement to the tax credit for ACA premiums.

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Related Words

• improvement