augmentation

noun

aug·​men·​ta·​tion ˌȯg-mən-ˈtā-shən 

-ˌmen-

1

a

: the act or process of augmenting something

b

: the state of being augmented

2

: something that augments : addition

Synonyms

• increase
• boost
• gain
• addition

Examples of augmentation in a Sentence

augmentations to the benefits package over the years have resulted in a total of 12 paid holidays for employees

Recent Examples on the Web

Ensure Positive Corporate Messaging Corporate messaging should emphasize that AI is about augmentation, not replacement. —Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025

Her six-hour procedure in March included a breast lift and augmentation, a tummy tuck and liposuction of the flanks. —Hedy Phillips, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025

For residents like Filmore Brown and other New Yorkers, New York City Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, together with other municipal leaders, is vigorously advocating for reforms to the lien sale process and the augmentation of resources allocated to homeowners facing the risk of foreclosure. —Ronny Maye, Essence, 21 Aug. 2025

Though the topline savings will come from payroll reductions, Morgan Stanley stressed the distinction between full automation and task-level augmentation. —Dave Smith, Fortune, 19 Aug. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Rhymes for augmentation

• abdication
• aberration
• abjuration
• abnegation
• abrogation
• acceptation
• acclamation
• acclimation
• accusation
• activation
• actuation
• acylation

Medical Definition

augmentation

noun

aug·​men·​ta·​tion ˌȯg-mən-ˈtā-shən, -ˌmen- 

1

: the act, action, or process of augmenting

2

: something that augments