Enrich: meaning, definitions and examples

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enrich

 

[ ɪnˈrɪtʃ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

knowledge

To improve or enhance the quality or value of something by adding desirable qualities.

Synonyms

augment, enhance, improve

Examples of usage

  • Reading books can enrich your knowledge.
  • Traveling to different countries can enrich your cultural experience.
  • Learning a new language can enrich your communication skills.
Context #2 | Verb

food

To add nutrients or vitamins to food to make it more nutritious.

Synonyms

boost, fortify, strengthen

Examples of usage

  • Enriched flour has added nutrients like iron and folic acid.
  • Enriched milk has added Vitamin D and calcium.

Translations

Translations of the word "enrich" in other languages:

🇵🇹 enriquecer

🇮🇳 समृद्ध करना

🇩🇪 bereichern

🇮🇩 memperkaya

🇺🇦 збагачувати

🇵🇱 wzbogacić

🇯🇵 豊かにする (yutaka ni suru)

🇫🇷 enrichir

🇪🇸 enriquecer

🇹🇷 zenginleştirmek

🇰🇷 풍부하게 하다 (pungbuhage hada)

🇸🇦 إثراء (ithra')

🇨🇿 obohatit

🇸🇰 obohatiť

🇨🇳 丰富 (fēngfù)

🇸🇮 obogatiti

🇮🇸 auðga

🇰🇿 байыту

🇬🇪 გამდიდრება (gamdidreba)

🇦🇿 zənginləşdirmək

🇲🇽 enriquecer

Word origin

The word 'enrich' originates from the Middle English word 'enrichen', which is derived from the Old French word 'enrichir', meaning 'to make rich'. The concept of enriching has been present in various cultures throughout history, with the idea of enhancing or adding value to something being a common theme.

See also: rich, richer, riches, richness.