Enhancement
/ɪnˈhænsmənt/
Definitions
An improvement or increase in the quality, value, or desirability of something.
/ɪnˈhænsmənt/
The act of improving or adding to something
The new features are a significant enhancement to the user experience.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're making a cake. An enhancement is like adding extra sprinkles or chocolate chips to make it even better!
👶 For kids: Making something better or fancier.
More Examples
The addition of a new graphics card provided a noticeable performance enhancement.
Regular exercise is an enhancement to overall health and well-being.
How It's Used
"The software update includes performance enhancements."
"The company is investing in product enhancements to stay competitive."
"The artist used digital enhancements to refine the image."
From Middle English *enhauncement*, from Old French *enhaucement*, from *enhaucier* ('to raise, elevate'), from *en-* (in) + *haucier* (to raise).
The word 'enhancement' has seen increased usage in the digital age, especially in technology and software development contexts.
Memory tip
Think of adding *hands* to something to make it better: *en-hands-ment*.