augmentation — The action or process of making or becoming greater in size, extent, or intensity; an addition or increase.
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: The action or process of making or becoming greater in size, extent, or intensity; an addition or increase.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌɔgmɛnˈteɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- The augmentation of his nose made him look like Pinocchio after telling too many lies.
- The chef's augmentation of garlic in the recipe made vampires flee the restaurant.
- The government approved budget augmentation for education programs.
augmentation
NOUN[/ˌɔgmɛnˈteɪʃən/]
The action or process of making or becoming greater in size, extent, or intensity; an addition or increase.
The action or process of making or becoming greater in size, extent, or intensity; an addition or increase.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'augere' meaning 'to increase or make greater.' In ancient Rome, this root was also used in 'augury' - the practice of reading bird flight patterns to predict the future, where favorable signs meant one's fortune would 'augment' or grow.
Breakdown
augment (from Latin 'augere' meaning to increase) + -ation (noun suffix indicating action or process)
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“The augmentation of his nose made him look like Pinocchio after telling too many lies.”
“The chef's augmentation of garlic in the recipe made vampires flee the restaurant.”
“The government approved budget augmentation for education programs.”
“Virtual reality technology allows for the augmentation of our sensory experience.”
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