augment
Translation
to increase, to supplement, to enhance
Examples
He augmented his income by working a second job.
He augmented his income by working a second job.
The team needs to augment its defence.
The team needs to augment its defense.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to increase the size or value of (sth.) He augmented his income by working a second job.
Similar Words
Synonyms: increase, enhance, supplement; Antonyms: decrease, diminish
Etymology
From Latin 'augere', meaning 'to increase'. This root is also found in 'August', named for Emperor Augustus, whose name signifies 'majestic' or 'venerable'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'augmented reality' (AR), where digital information is added to the real world to enhance it.