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    Enlarged

    /ɪnˈlɑːrdʒd/

    Meaning & Definition

    verb
    Past tense of 'enlarge', meaning to make or become larger.
    He enlarged his collection of vintage coins over the years.
    To expand or extend something.
    The artist enlarged the canvas to accommodate her new mural.
    adjective
    Made larger in size or extent.
    The enlarged photograph revealed details that were previously unnoticed.
    Increased in quantity or scale.
    The company reported an enlarged market share after the acquisition.
    Having a swollen or abnormal size due to an increase in cell size or number.
    The doctor noted that her lymph nodes were enlarged, indicating a possible infection.

    Etymology

    Derived from the verb 'enlarge', which comes from the Middle English 'enlarge', from Old French 'enlargir' (to make larger), from 'en-' + 'largir' (to make wide).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    enlarged circumstances:
    situations that have become broader or more significant
    enlarged perspective:
    a broader view or understanding of a subject
    enlarged heart:
    a term that can describe compassion or emotional capacity in a metaphorical sense

    Related Words

    enlarge
    to make something larger
    large
    of considerable size, extent, or capacity
    expansion
    the act of increasing in size, volume, or quantity

    Slang Meanings

    pump up
    He really pumped up his image for the audition.
    blow up
    She blew up her online presence with those new pics.