enlargement Definition
- 1the act of making something larger in size or scope
- 2the state of being enlarged
- 3a photographic print that is larger than the negative from which it is made
Using enlargement: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "enlargement" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The enlargement of the company's operations led to increased profits.
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The doctor recommended an enlargement of the exercise routine.
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The enlargement of the photograph revealed details that were not visible before.
enlargement Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for enlargement
- expansion
- extension
- amplification
- increase
- growth
Antonyms for enlargement
- contraction
- reduction
Phrases with enlargement
breast enlargement
a surgical procedure to increase the size of a woman's breasts
Example
She underwent breast enlargement surgery last year.
enlargement of the prostate
an increase in the size of the prostate gland, often causing difficulty with urination
Example
The doctor diagnosed him with an enlargement of the prostate.
enlargement of the European Union
the process of adding new member states to the European Union
Example
The enlargement of the European Union has been a controversial issue in recent years.
Summary: enlargement in Brief
Enlargement [ɪnˈlɑrdʒmənt] refers to the act of making something larger in size or scope, or the state of being enlarged. It can also refer to a photographic print that is larger than the negative from which it is made. Examples of its use include 'The enlargement of the company's operations led to increased profits,' and 'The enlargement of the photograph revealed details that were not visible before.'
