Definition

To become larger or greater in size, amount, or degree.

Example

The company's profits began to augment after the new marketing strategy was implemented.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I heard that your skills really augment when you practice regularly.

Yeah, I've noticed that too! It makes a big difference.

It's amazing how much we can improve if we just keep at it.

Definitely! Consistency is key to augmenting our abilities.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A change in a vowel or the addition of a vowel to indicate past tense in certain languages, particularly in Greek and Sanskrit.

Example

In ancient Greek, the augment is used to show that a verb is in the past tense.

Conversation

I was reading about Greek grammar and came across the term augment.

Oh really? What does it mean in that context?

It's about changing a vowel to indicate past tense in some verbs.

Definition

To make something larger or greater by adding to it, especially in size, amount, or degree.

Example

The company plans to augment its workforce to meet the increasing demand.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you thought about how we can augment our study sessions?

Yeah, I was thinking we could add some group activities to make it more engaging.

That's a great idea! Maybe we can also augment the materials we use, like adding videos.

Root Explanation

Augment is formed from "augere" (meaning to increase) and the suffix "-ment" (indicating the result of an action). The word "augment" means the result of increasing something or making it larger.

Memory Tip

Think of 'increasing' ('augere') something — that's why augment means to make something larger.

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