noun
Uncommon
enhancement
ihn-HAHNS-muhnt
Enhancement (noun) means an improvement or addition that makes something better. Example: “The update includes several small enhancements to the app.”
noun
1
An improvement or addition that makes something better.
"The update includes several small enhancements to the app."
"The new kitchen was a big enhancement to the house."
"A few enhancements to the website made it much easier to use."
How to use enhancement
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA change that makes something work better or look better.
Common pairings
software enhancement
skin enhancement
performance enhancement
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Word forms
- Plural
- enhancements
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Etymology
From enhance + -ment.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for enhancement
cement
element
clement
movement
pavement
tenement
inclement
abatement
amusement
statement
agreement
excrement
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Frequently asked questions
What does “enhancement” mean?
The word “enhancement” means an improvement or addition that makes something better. In plain terms, a change that makes something work better or look better.
How do you pronounce “enhancement”?
“Enhancement” is pronounced ihn-HAHNS-muhnt (/ɪnˈhæns.mənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “enhancement” in a sentence?
Here is “enhancement” used in a sentence: “The update includes several small enhancements to the app.”
What part of speech is “enhancement”?
“Enhancement” is a noun.
Is “enhancement” a common word?
“Enhancement” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What is the difference between enhancement and improvement?
The two words overlap closely, but enhancement often implies adding something extra to boost an already functional thing, such as a software enhancement that adds new features. Improvement is broader and can also include fixing flaws or correcting problems, not just adding value on top of something that already works.
What is the difference between an enhancement and an upgrade?
An upgrade typically refers to replacing something with a newer or higher version, such as upgrading a computer's operating system. An enhancement is more general and refers to any addition or improvement that makes something better, which may or may not involve a full replacement.
What kinds of things commonly receive an enhancement?
Enhancement is frequently used with software features, image or photo quality, security systems, and skills or performance, describing an addition that raises the overall quality of each.
