abruptly-enhanced
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/əˈbrʌptli ɪnˈhænst/
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/əˈbrʌptli ɪnˈhɑːnst/
(enhance)
quality booster
Etymology
Etymology Information
'enhance' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'enhauncer,' where 'en-' meant 'in' and 'hauncer' meant 'to raise.'
Historical Evolution
'enhauncer' transformed into the Middle English word 'enhauncen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'enhance.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to raise or elevate,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to improve or intensify.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
suddenly or unexpectedly improved or intensified.
The project was abruptly-enhanced by the new funding.
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Last updated: 2025/05/15 18:38