Pronunciation

/ɪnˈlɑːrʒ/

Definitions

• Verb: To increase the size, extent, or quantity of something; to make something bigger or more extensive. For example: “The king decided to enlarge his kingdom by conquering new territories.”

  • transitive To make an image or text bigger so that it can be seen more clearly. For example: “The photographer enlarged the photo to show the details better.”

• Adjective: (archaic) Large in size or scale. For example: “The old mansion was an enlarge structure compared to the neighboring houses.”

Phrases

• “Enlarge on something” means to give more details about or expand upon a topic. For example: “The professor asked her to enlarge on her thesis statement during her presentation.”
• “Enlarge one’s horizons” refers to broadening one’s experiences, knowledge, or understanding. For example: “Traveling abroad really helped to enlarge my horizons.”

Example Sentences

• Verb: “They decided to enlarge the patio to host larger gatherings.”
• “The software allows you to easily enlarge images without losing quality.”
• Adjective (archaic): “In medieval times, the castle was considered an enlarge fortress, housing many soldiers.”

Synonyms

• Enlarge can be synonymous with:
  • Expand
  • Increase
  • Augment
  • Magnify
  • Grow
  • Amplify
  • Widen
  • Extend
  • Enhance