augment
/ɔːɡˈment/
CEFR level C1Topic EconomyWord #6766 in the learning path
增加；增强
Definitions
v. To increase something by adding to it.
增加；增强
Example
She sells homemade jam to augment her income.
她出售自制果酱来增加收入。
Digital resources can augment classroom teaching, but they should not replace meaningful interaction between teachers and students.
数字资源能增强课堂教学效果，但不应取代师生之间有意义的互动。
Collocations
- augment income
- augment existing resources
- augment capacity
Word family
- augmentation (n.)
- augmented (adj.)
Synonyms
- increase
- expand
- supplement
Antonyms
- reduce
- diminish
Usage tip
较正式，通常作及物动词，强调通过添加来增加。
FAQ
- What does augment mean?
- To increase something by adding to it.
- How is augment pronounced?
- UK /ɔːɡˈment/, US /ɔːɡˈment/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
