AUGMENT


Meaning of AUGMENT in English

I. verb

1.

Synonyms: increase 1, build, compound, enlarge, expand, extend, heighten, magnify, manifold, multiply

2.

Synonyms: increase 2, build, enlarge, expand, heighten, mount, multiply, rise, upsurge, wax

II. noun

Synonyms: increase 1, aggrandize, beef (up), boost, enlarge, expand, extend, heighten, magnify, multiply

Related Word: exalt, hike, raise

Contrasted words: attenuate, decrease, dwindle; abridge; alleviate, assuage, relieve

Antonyms: abate

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