# enhancement

/ɛnˈhænsmənt/ (US) · /ɛnhˈɑːnsmənt/ (UK)

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/enhancement
Updated: 2026-07-22

## Senses

### 1. an improvement

noun · CEFR B2

a change that improves the quality, value, or power of something.

For teachers: an augmentation or improvement that increases the quality, value, or effectiveness of a system, product, or experience.

- The new software update includes several enhancements to the security system.
- The latest architectural enhancements were designed to improve the building's energy efficiency while maintaining its historical aesthetic.

### 2. image/signal clarity

noun · CEFR C1 · Technical

the process of making an image or sound clearer using technology.

For teachers: the technical process of increasing the clarity or detail of a digital image, audio signal, or medical scan.

- Digital enhancement made the blurry old photograph look much clearer.
- The forensic team used advanced image enhancement to identify the license plate number from the grainy security footage.

Usage: Often used as an uncountable noun in digital processing contexts.

## Examples

- The new software update includes several security enhancements.
- The chef added a pinch of saffron for flavor enhancement and a vibrant yellow color.
- While the digital enhancement of the photograph made the details clearer, some critics argued that the process stripped away the authentic grain of the original film.

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