enlarge (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈlɑːrdʒ/

Definition

To make or become larger or more extensive.

Examples

• The company plans to enlarge its operations into new markets.

• The doctor prescribed medication to enlarge the patient's pupils for an eye exam.

• We need to enlarge this image so we can see the fine print.

How to Use enlarge

enlarge on/upon (prepositional phrase)

To give more details about something. — "She enlarged upon her previous statement, providing further evidence."

Synonyms of enlarge

Words with a similar meaning to enlarge:

• widen
• expand
• magnify
• augment

Antonyms of enlarge

Words with the opposite meaning to enlarge:

• shrink
• reduce

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