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as in intensified
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as in enlightened
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as in improved
to make better
some shrubbery would really enhance the curb appeal of that house
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as in heightened
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
the right makeup would enhance the beauty of her eyes
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as in sweetened
to make more desirable
leather seats and a state-of-the-art stereo system enhance the sedan
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Recent Examples of enhanced
Khurram Akhtar, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Online connectivity has enhanced the work of entrepreneurs, opening new business possibilities.
—John Hall, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
The views drivers and passengers have as a car is driven down the road is being enhanced by technology.
—Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025
In recent years, that tradition has been enhanced by the growth of a vibrant artisan and farmhouse cheese sector.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
The belief is that with this kind of deepening, my thinking processes are being enhanced.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
The tax advantages of municipal bonds further enhanced the portfolio’s efficiency.
—Gianluca Sidoti, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
The view will be enhanced further by Saturn's presence above the pair.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
So, too, lamb chops are truly enhanced by the masala potato and pineapple chutney ($32).
—John Mariani, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
Verb
Robust know-your-customer (KYC) protocols, enhanced due diligence (EDD) for high-risk applicants and thorough verification of fund sources can help mitigate risks, but that is not all; there is more to the story.
—Khurram Akhtar, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Online connectivity has enhanced the work of entrepreneurs, opening new business possibilities.
—John Hall, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
The views drivers and passengers have as a car is driven down the road is being enhanced by technology.
—Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025
In recent years, that tradition has been enhanced by the growth of a vibrant artisan and farmhouse cheese sector.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
The belief is that with this kind of deepening, my thinking processes are being enhanced.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
The tax advantages of municipal bonds further enhanced the portfolio’s efficiency.
—Gianluca Sidoti, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
The view will be enhanced further by Saturn's presence above the pair.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
So, too, lamb chops are truly enhanced by the masala potato and pineapple chutney ($32).
—John Mariani, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enhanced
Adjective
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But Val is an enlightened practitioner of Eastern spirituality who used to be in shipping in Vladivostok.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
2 Mar. 2025
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Even Lochlan and Piper, who think of themselves as more enlightened than their loutish brother and materialistic parents, have a lot of Victoria in them.—
Noel Murray,
New York Times,
24 Feb. 2025
Verb
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The Commanders improved to 10-5 for the first time since 1991 and now have a 94 percent chance to make the playoffs.—
Josh Kendall,
The Athletic,
24 Dec. 2024
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As Gomez became more comfortable in MLS and less shy around Miami’s star players, his output and final product drastically improved.—
Felipe Cardenas,
The Athletic,
24 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Those theories only intensified after Live Nation — one of the world’s biggest touring companies, which backed Bey’s most recent trek, the Renaissance World Tour — reposted the musician’s teasers on its own socials.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
26 Dec. 2024
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However, since spring, the downturn has sharply intensified across luxury goods sectors, including fashion, accessories, watches, cars and even beauty.—
Stéphane JG Girod,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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The lighting is sufficient for patrons to take it all in, and the sound level, despite the size of the room, has been successfully brought down to a civilized level.—
John Mariani,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
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Even a hearing on the proposal to arm school staff is equal parts passionate and civilized, as the majority gun-owning constituents don’t all agree that the Second Amendment should extend to the classroom.—
Lauren Wissot,
IndieWire,
10 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Each heightened the perception that the subways are unsafe.—
James Barron,
New York Times,
8 Jan. 2025
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The combination of low humidity, dry fuels, and shifting winds has heightened the potential for spot fires and rapid expansion.—
Russell Lewis,
NPR,
8 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Majors was arrested and charged with three counts of third-degree assault, one count of second-degree harassment and one count of aggravated harassment, all misdemeanors.—
Rebecca Keegan,
The Hollywood Reporter,
14 Mar. 2025
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Daniel Alaniz Pineda, of Meridian, was booked into the Ada County Jail on suspicion of five felonies: two counts of aggravated battery, with an enhancement for use a deadly weapon, and two counts of robbery.—
Kevin Fixler,
Idaho Statesman,
20 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The show — which is about three gay men who decide to live together in Palm Springs during their golden years — will feature Lourd as Bomer’s character's grown daughter.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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The next, Howie is my present-day reflection, a grown man whose day will be ruined if Díaz blows this save.—
Joshua Dubler,
New York Times,
25 Mar. 2025
Verb
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This delivered incredible accessibility, flexibility and efficiency, but also deepened the digital divide for those without technology access, blurred work-life boundaries and fueled loneliness.—
Ann Kowal Smith,
Forbes,
20 Dec. 2024
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While the stock market has been in a rut for more than a week, Wall Street’s woes deepened Wednesday after the Fed released economic projections that showed signs of slipping progress in the fight against inflation.—
Sylvan Lane,
The Hill,
18 Dec. 2024
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“Enhanced.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enhanced. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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