Definition

Describing something that adds value or improves quality, whether in terms of knowledge, experience, or emotional satisfaction.

Example

Reading books can be an enriching experience that broadens your understanding of the world.

Conversation

I just finished reading a book that was really enriching.

Oh really? What was it about?

It explored different cultures and their traditions, which I found quite enriching.

That sounds fascinating! I love learning about new perspectives.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

The process of making something better or more valuable by adding something to it.

Example

The enriching of the soil with nutrients helps plants grow better.

Conversation

I just finished reading a book that was truly enriching.

Oh really? What was it about?

It explored different cultures and their traditions, which I found fascinating.

Definition

To make something better or more valuable by adding something to it.

Example

Reading diverse books is an enriching experience that broadens your perspective.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I just started reading this new book, and it's really enriching my perspective.

That sounds interesting! What’s the book about?

It's about different cultures and how they shape our views.

Root Explanation

Enriching → It is formed from "en-" (meaning to cause to be) and "rich" (from Old French *riche*, meaning wealthy or abundant) and the suffix "-ing" (indicating the action or process). The word "enriching" means the process of making something richer or more abundant.

Memory Tip

Think of 'causing to be' ('en-') wealthy or abundant ('rich') — that's why enriching means making something richer.

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