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

The loans often come with an equity credit enhancement that ends up with the BDC owning a portion of the borrowing company.

From MarketWatch

But last week, the ground shifted slightly after Paramount offered several deal “enhancements” to convince shareholders to walk away from the Netflix deal.

From MarketWatch

Prosecutors, however, have charged him only with murder and the two enhancements.

From Los Angeles Times

Among other field enhancements, these companies now routinely drill wells that extend over 4 miles and allow them to collect more crude at a lower cost.

From The Wall Street Journal

Since then, Paramount has offered a variety of deal enhancements and changes to its financing in an effort to sway the Warner Bros. board and shareholders that its $108.4 billion bid is superior.

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Related Words

• improvement