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 This move significantly enhances Sky's entertainment package, allowing existing Hayu subscribers via Sky Marketplace to access it through their main Sky subscription. — John Archer, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026 How Simtriyo Works Simtriyo enhances the activity of natural chemical messengers in the brain that impact behavior, says Kelly Johnson-Arbor, MD, a toxicologist at MedStar Health in Washington, DC. — Rob Williams, EverydayHealth.com, 28 July 2026 Applying makeup on mature skin is actually all about utilizing products a way that enhances your natural skin for a more glowing, youthful look. — Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 27 July 2026 The reduced warping really enhances the display's look and feel. — Eric Zeman, PC Magazine, 22 July 2026 From Newt's family making first contact with a Facehugger to a wonderfully tense sentry gun sequence, Cameron's extra footage enhances a classic. — Richard Edwards, Space.com, 17 July 2026 Last week, Prime Minister of New Zealand Christoper Luxon hailed the country’s free trade deal with India that also enhances labor mobility for Indian workers. — Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 15 July 2026 Once plated, the steak remains at center stage, adorned with a drizzle of the bright, herbaceous chermoula, which enhances the meat without overpowering its rich flavor. — Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 14 July 2026 Our goal must be a balanced system that reduces congestion, improves mobility, supports economic growth, and enhances the quality of life for everyone who calls Orange County home. — Scott Maxwell, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 July 2026

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Strawberries also provide manganese, which supports bone health and improves metabolism, along with folate, a B vitamin important for cell growth and DNA formation.

— Daryl Austin, USA Today, 26 July 2026
By Friday, the forecast improves, with sunny skies and a high near 86 degrees, offering what could be the driest day of the week.

— The Baltimore Sun, Baltimore Sun, 26 July 2026

Definition of improves

Verb

The president addressed a smaller, heavily secured gathering Friday as his administration intensifies its legal and rhetorical attacks on journalists.

— Michael Birnbaum, Washington Post, 24 July 2026
The Chinese Communist Party purged another top official Tuesday, as Xi Jinping intensifies his anti-corruption drive.

— Brendan Ruberry, semafor.com, 14 July 2026

Definition of intensifies

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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
The rye component adds a bit of peppery, spicy snap, while the bourbon proportion smooths and sweetens the overall whiskey.

— Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 23 May 2026

Definition of sweetens

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Pre-workout supplements increase energy and athletic performance acutely, while collagen strengthens connective tissue and helps prevent injury over time.

— Megan Nunn, Verywell Health, 29 July 2026
Budson explained that reading facial expressions, body language and tone of voice strengthens connections between brain cells and helps build new ones.

— Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 29 July 2026

Definition of strengthens

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This consolidates a vast array of sports, including NFL, NBA, MLB, Premier League, and Olympics, onto one platform.

— Gabriel Alin Zainescu, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
Instead of paying for several AI tools every month, this consolidates the entire stack into a single purchase.

— StackCommerce Team, PC Magazine, 25 July 2026

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