ENHANCES Synonyms: 111 Similar and Opposite Words

enhances

verb

present tense third-person singular of enhance

as in improves

to make better some shrubbery would really enhance the curb appeal of that house

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as in intensifies

to make markedly greater in measure or degree the right makeup would enhance the beauty of her eyes

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as in sweetens

to make more desirable leather seats and a state-of-the-art stereo system enhance the sedan

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Recent Examples of enhances In addition to providing museum guests with more indoor space, the new location enhances the exterior, drawing people in with a yellow brick road and murals on the building’s outside walls. — Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 Aug. 2026 This combination of confidence, humility and emotional intelligence earns respect and enhances leadership impact. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026 The rod pocket header enhances the relaxed drape, allowing the natural texture of the fabric as the focal point instead of competing with decorative details. — Nina Derwin, Architectural Digest, 14 Aug. 2026 While designers and merchants remain in control of strategic decisions, AI enhances their expertise by analyzing demand signals, surfacing insights and recommending actions that humans can evaluate. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 13 Aug. 2026 Peters has been open about his substance use, arguing that his particular pharmaceutical regimen enhances his productivity and cognitive capabilities. — Brady Brickner-Wood, New Yorker, 12 Aug. 2026 Improving your child’s sleep hygiene not only benefits their mental health but also enhances the well-being of parents. — Lia Miller Published, Parents, 11 Aug. 2026 And celebrities have proved that with a sleek designer style that effortlessly enhances summer and early fall outfits. — Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 8 Aug. 2026 High-gloss reflects light and water energy, and matte enhances earth energy. — Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Aug. 2026

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Over long periods, markets reach new highs because businesses grow earnings, productivity improves, dividends increase, innovation continues and the economy expands.

— Steve Booren, Denver Post, 16 Aug. 2026
Dallas improves to 3-2-2 on the road against Austin and leads the overall series 9-2-3 with a plus-nine goal differential.

— ABC News, ABC News, 16 Aug. 2026

Definition of improves

Verb

Doing so helps prevent soggy bottoms and intensifies the domed top, made possible by baking in alternating cups.

— Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Aug. 2026
This move intensifies existing rivalries, notably with the Boston Celtics following the Jaylen Brown trade.

— Bryan Toporek, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026

Definition of intensifies

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Adding smarter tracking, even slower slow motion, and a new color profile that can capture 17 EV of dynamic range further sweetens the deal.

— Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 30 July 2026
Danko’s angelic voice sweetens every song, and the organ/piano fusion of Manuel and Hudson ties it all together.

— Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 20 July 2026

Definition of sweetens

Verb

That sound underscores the physicality of the medium and heightens the sensation of time passing.

— Rafaela Bassili, Variety, 12 Aug. 2026
Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande shine as Elphaba and Glinda (sorry, Galinda), and their natural chemistry only heightens the tragedy of the friendship between the two legendary Ozian characters.

— Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of heightens

Verb

Beavers tied it in the sixth off Fernando Cruz with an opposite-field drive to left — just to the right of where the wall out there deepens.

— ABC News, ABC News, 19 Aug. 2026
Leaders should ask whether a new location grows the customer base, deepens existing relationships, or increases purchase frequency or spending enough to offset channel substitution.

— Ayşe Çetinel, Harvard Business Review, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of deepens

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Billing consolidates through OpenRouter rather than a dozen provider accounts.

— Janakiram MSV, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2026
The leadership change at the film commission, a unit of foreign trade promotion agency Procomer, comes as new conservative populist president Laura Fernandez, who took office in May, consolidates her administration.

— Anna Marie de la Fuente, Variety, 17 Aug. 2026

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