enrich

verb

in-ˈrich How to pronounce enrich (audio)
Definition of enrichnext
1
as in to improve
to make better a truly great book can enrich your life

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2
as in to adorn
to make more attractive by adding something that is beautiful or becoming the church's magnificent interior is enriched with stunningly beautiful murals

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Recent Examples of enrich Significant portions of protein, fiber, and nutrients are lost in the processing, although some vitamins are added back to items like bread and pasta to enrich them. — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Aug. 2026 Families need to balance formal education with other activities that enrich the young and prepare them for the challenges of the workplace. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2026 La Colonia Community Foundation supports and enriches the historic La Colonia de Eden Gardens neighborhood by empowering local youth, preserving community heritage and providing educational scholarships and life-skills workshops. — News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026 Trump has suggested the agreement's terms would prevent Saudi Arabia from enriching uranium. — Anniek Bao, CNBC, 26 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for enrich
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enrich
  1. improve
  2. adorn
  3. enhance
  4. decorate
Verb
  • Chelsea, despite missing out on a late move for Lamine Camara, and Tottenham have improved considerably, but that is more a reflection of previous dysfunction — and a lighter schedule — than inspired recruitment.
    — Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Kia's base model can feel a bit barebones, but upper trims feature plenty of creature comforts and tech enhancements that improve its driving and ownership experience.
    — Keith Laing, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026
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  • But the very act of putting on a wearable—of willingly adorning oneself with a tiny computerized narc—is an act of surrender.
    — Hillary Busis, Vanity Fair, 28 Aug. 2026
  • The politician proposed with a glamorous three-stone engagement ring adorned with diamonds, emeralds, and rubies.
    — Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of adorn
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  • Meta agreed to impose changes including a default two-hour daily time limit for teens across Facebook and Instagram, muted notifications during school hours, and enhanced parental controls, with more updates potentially on the horizon.
    — Ashley Capoot, CNBC, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Leaders must prioritize building cognitive and identity infrastructure, focusing on *how* people think and their self-authorship, ensuring AI enhances human judgment rather than standardizing it.
    — Glenn Llopis, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
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  • At the heart of the dining room stands La Venatoria, a rare Richard Ginori vase from the late 1920s, produced during Gio Ponti’s artistic direction and decorated with the Triumph of the Amazons motif.
    — Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026
  • One of two primary bedrooms is decorated with a vibrant abstract painting.
    — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of decorate

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“Enrich.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enrich. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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