augment
3 antonyms and opposites of augment, grouped by meaning.
Verb — To make something larger or stronger by adding to it.
Antonyms
How to use augment
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin augere, "to increase," via Old French augmenter.
Full origin of augment →Frequently asked questions
What does “augment” mean?
The word “augment” means to make something larger or stronger by adding to it. In plain terms, to add to something in order to make it bigger, stronger, or more complete.
How do you pronounce “augment”?
“Augment” is pronounced awg-MEHNT (/ɔɡˈmɛnt/ in IPA).
How do you use “augment” in a sentence?
Here is “augment” used in a sentence: “She took a second job to augment her income.”
What is another word for “augment”?
Words with a similar meaning to “augment” include add, amplify, dilate, eke / eke out, elevate and embiggen.
What is the opposite of “augment”?
The opposite of “augment” — its antonyms — are contract, dial back and diminish.
What part of speech is “augment”?
“Augment” is a verb.
Where does the word “augment” come from?
The word “augment” comes from Latin. From Latin augere, "to increase," via Old French augmenter.
Is “augment” a common word?
“Augment” is an uncommon word in modern English.