Word
enrich
Meanings
to improve the quality, value, or interest of something by adding something beneficial
to add nutrients or substances to something so it becomes more useful or productive
to increase someone’s wealth
Definition
To enrich means to improve the quality or value of something by adding something beneficial.
To enrich is to make something better, more interesting, or more valuable by adding useful elements. You can enrich an experience with new ideas, details, or activities. You can also enrich food or soil by adding nutrients that increase its usefulness or quality.
Examples
- I try to enrich my writing by reading widely and noting striking turns of phrase.
- You can enrich your presentation by adding a brief story that clarifies the key point.
- She enriched the discussion with concrete examples that challenged the group’s assumptions.
- They enriched their trip by exploring neighborhoods beyond the usual tourist routes.
Common mistake
Learners often use "enrich" without an object (e.g., "This will enrich") even though it normally needs something specific to be enriched.
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