enhanced

UK: ɪnˈhɑːnst | US: ɪnˈhænst

Definition
  1. adj. improved in quality, value, or strength

  2. vt. past tense of "enhance" (to increase or improve something)

Structure
en <make, cause to be>hanc <high>ed <past tense suffix>
Etymology

The word "enhance" derives from Old French "enhaucier" (to raise, elevate), which itself comes from Latin "inaltiare" (to exalt), combining "in-" (intensive) + "altus" (high). The root "hanc" reflects the idea of height or elevation, metaphorically extended to mean improvement. Over time, "enhance" evolved in English to signify making something better or more effective, with "enhanced" as its past participle/adjectival form.

Examples
  1. The software offers enhanced security features.

  2. Her performance was enhanced by rigorous training.

  3. The photograph has been digitally enhanced.

  4. Enhanced cooperation between teams led to success.

  5. This supplement claims to provide enhanced energy levels.