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    Augmenter (en. Increase)

    oɡmɑ̃te

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To increase, to make more numerous or more intense.
    We must increase our production to meet demand.
    Nous devons augmenter notre production pour répondre à la demande.
    To raise, intensify, or increase a volume, an amount.
    The increase in prices surprised many consumers.
    L'augmentation des prix a surpris de nombreux consommateurs.
    To make something grow or expand.
    He wants to increase his knowledge by taking additional courses.
    Il veut augmenter ses connaissances en suivant des cours supplémentaires.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'augmentare', which means 'to make grow'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    raise prices
    Ensure that the cost of something is higher.
    augmenter les prix
    increase production
    Increase the quantity of goods produced.
    augmenter la production
    increase volume
    Make the sound louder.
    augmenter le volume

    Related Words

    increase
    Action of increasing.
    augmentation
    augmenter
    Device or technique for increasing something.
    augmenteur
    augmentative
    That increases or enlarges.
    augmentatif

    Slang Meanings

    To increase quickly or significantly.
    He managed to dramatically increase his sales in one month.
    Il a réussi à augmenter son chiffre d'affaires en un mois de manière fulgurante.
    To boost or give a kick to something.
    She decided to boost her training to enhance her performance.
    Elle a décidé de booster son entraînement pour augmenter ses performances.