augment
/ɔːɡˈmɛnt/
Group 18Difficulty 1/3
Definition
- (verb)
- To make something greater by adding to it; to increase GRE
Example in Context
The hospital augmented its staff with volunteers to handle the surge in patients during the flu season.
Synonyms
increaseboostexpand
Etymology
To increase or make greater in size or value.
- augere (Latin) — to increase
Memory Aid
🪙Sounds like “a gnome mint”
If a GNOME gives you a MINT, it AUGMENTS your wealth instantly!
Visual Association
📈A factory producing twice as many toys, doubling its output in a day.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “augment” mean on the GRE?
augment (verb) means “To make something greater by adding to it; to increase”. The hospital augmented its staff with volunteers to handle the surge in patients during the flu season.
How to remember “augment” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “augment” sounds like “a gnome mint”. If a GNOME gives you a MINT, it AUGMENTS your wealth instantly!
What are synonyms for “augment”?
Common synonyms: increase, boost, expand.