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enhance

Verb

IPA /ɪnˈhɑːns/

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To improve an existing quality or make something more useful, valuable or attractive.

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enhance/ɪnˈhɑːns/

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An already pleasant room
Better lighting improves it

Good lighting can enhance the room's atmosphere.

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Soft lighting can enhance the atmosphere of a small room.
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enhance — To improve an existing quality or make something more useful, valuable or attractive.

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To improve an existing quality or make something more useful, valuable or attractive.

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Word origin

From Anglo-Norman French enhauncer, ultimately linked to Latin altus, meaning high.

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Enhance commonly goes with quality, reputation, understanding and performance.

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