augmented
ɑːɡˈmɛntɪd
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Definition of augmented - Reverso English Dictionary

Adjective

1.
increased sizemade greater in size or value
  • The augmented reality technology enhances our perception of the world.
enlarged increased
2.
musicTECH.increased by a semitoneTECH.
  • The augmented chord added tension to the piece.
enhanced increased raised
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Expressions with augmented

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wearable gadget that enhances real-world views with computer-generated images
The augmented reality headset displayed navigation directions as he walked.
musical interval widened by one semitone
The composer used an augmented fifth to add tension.
environment where digital images appear over the real world
Augmented reality lets you see dinosaurs in your living room.

Origin of augmented

Latin, augmentare (to increase)

Terms with augmented included in their meaning

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ARacr.
acr: augmented reality
technology that adds virtual images to real world
real world
the actual world not virtual or augmented
technology
eyewear with augmented reality features
augmented reality
enhanced experience using digital elements
ARIabbr.
abr: augmented reality interface
system that adds digital images to what users see
technology
augmented reality images overlaid on real-world
music class
augmented sixth sonority with major third and raised fourth

Examples of augmented in a sentence

  • His augmented skills made him a valuable team member.
  • The augmented interval created a unique sound.
  • Musicians often use augmented notes for effect.

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  1. French:augmenté, ...
  2. German:erweitert, übermäßig, ...
  3. Italian:accresciuto, ...
  4. Spanish:incrementado, ...
  5. Portuguese:ampliado, ...
  6. Chinese:增加的, 增半音的, ...
  7. Japanese:拡張された, オーギュメント, ...
  8. Arabic:مُعَزَّز, مُزَاد, ...
  9. Hebrew:מוּגְדַּל, מוּגְדָּל, ...
  10. Russian:расширенный, ...
  11. Ukrainian:розширений, авгментований, ...
  12. Hindi:बढ़ा हुआ, अतिरिक्त, ...
augment
ɑːɡˈmɛnt

Definition of augment - Reverso English Dictionary

Verb

tr.
1.
make biggerincrease size or amount by adding something
  • They augmented their income by working extra hours.
enhance expand increase
2.
harmony theoryTECH.increase an interval by a half stepTECH.
  • The musician augmented the chord for a richer sound.
enlarge expand extend
3.
performance timingTECH.slow the tempo for dramatic effectTECH.
  • The composer decided to augment the final passage.
decelerate retard slow

Noun

1.
languageRarevowel added to a verb for past tenseRare
  • In Sanskrit, an augment is used for past tense verbs.
inflection prefix
2.
grow moreRareincrease or additionRare
  • The project received an augment in funding.
addition expansion increase
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Origin of augment

Latin, augmentare (to increase)

Examples of augment in a sentence

  • She decided to augment her presentation with visuals.
  • He augmented the melody to create tension.
  • They augmented the harmony for a dramatic effect.
  • The conductor chose to augment the tempo during the climax.
  • To enhance the mood, they decided to augment the rhythm.
  • The augment in Greek verbs indicates past actions.

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  1. French:augmenter, augmentum, ...
  2. German:erhöhen, Augment, ...
  3. Italian:aumentare, aumento, ...
  4. Spanish:aumentar, aumento, ...
  5. Portuguese:aumentar, aumento, ...
  6. Chinese:增加, 增音, ...
  7. Japanese:増やす, アウグメント, ...
  8. Arabic:زَادَ, زِيَادَة, ...
  9. Hebrew:לְהַגְדִּיל, תוֹסֶפֶת זְמַן עָבָר, ...
  10. Russian:увеличивать, аугмент, ...
  11. Ukrainian:збільшити, префікс, ...
  12. Hindi:बढ़ाना, आगम, ...
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