aerates

verb

Definition of aeratesnext
present tense third-person singular of aerate
as in augments

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aerates
  1. augments
  2. increases
  3. accelerates
  4. amplifies
  5. expands
  6. enhances
  7. escalates
  8. intensifies
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  • Old Master art, religious or not, augments all kinds of Christmas décor by adding the patina of vintage values.
    Brian T. Allen, National Review, 14 Dec. 2024
  • Machine learning complements the cruise control, and evasive-steering assist augments the forward collision warning system.
    Doug Newcomb, PCMAG, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of augments
Verb
  • What's more, exposure to gluten, and therefore to its famous ‘alpha-gliadin’ molecule, increases the production of zonulin, a protein that promotes the stretching of the intestine's tight junctions at the intestinal level.
    Marie Bladt, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
  • This increases the chances of feeling sleepy at bedtime.
    Mill Etienne, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of increases
Verb
  • This approach - Model-as-a-Service - not only reduces costs but also accelerates the adoption of AI across various industries.
    Mark Greeven, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • This iterative approach accelerates the development process and can enhance the final product's quality, as continuous user input ensures better alignment with market needs.
    Wayne Yu, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of accelerates
Verb
  • The copious electric torque available from one single rpm also creates some torque steer at times, which heavier steering only amplifies.
    Michael Teo Van Runkle, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
  • Artists, fans, and policymakers must rally to create a sustainable, ethical future where technology amplifies creativity instead of erasing it.
    Virginie Berger, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
Definition of amplifies
Verb
  • The new step, announced by the White House on Wednesday, expands the PACT Act, a 2022 law that widened access to benefits and care for veterans exposed to burn pits used to dispose of trash and waste on military bases.
    Cybele Mayes-Osterman, USA TODAY, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Side Quest expands the Mythic Quest universe and looks at the impacts the game has on employees, players, and fans.
    Kalia Richardson, Rolling Stone, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of expands
Verb
  • The National Institute of Health reports that sleep improves memory, sharpens decision-making, and enhances problem-solving skills.
    Maha Abouelenein, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • The watch is paired with a white rubber strap which enhances the contrast even further.
    Sophie Furley, Robb Report, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of enhances
Verb
  • Our own engineering analysis shows that for a closed system, with no imports/exports, the cost to maintain reliability with intermittent generation escalates exponentially beyond 25-30% penetration (by energy).
    Alex Pavlak, Baltimore Sun, 6 Jan. 2025
  • As temperatures soar from the effects of climate change, energy demand escalates and the urgency to find solutions accelerates.
    George Sakellaris, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Definition of escalates
Verb
  • Venus’ entrance to Pisces intensifies an emotional bond.
    USA TODAY, USA TODAY, 2 Jan. 2025
  • Today’s photo, with its olive green watercolour hues, intensifies the deeply vibrant purple flowers bursting open on this gorgeous pagoda shaped tower.
    New York Times Games, New York Times, 29 Dec. 2024
Definition of intensifies
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