steadily-enhanced
|stead-i-ly-en-hanced|
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/ˈstɛdɪli ɪnˈhænst/
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/ˈstɛdɪli 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 increase.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
improved or increased in a consistent and gradual manner.
The steadily-enhanced performance of the team led to their victory.
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Last updated: 2025/04/11 14:34