Enriched: meaning, definitions and examples

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enriched

 

[ ɪnˈrɪtʃt ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

general use

Enriched refers to something that has been improved or enhanced, often by adding valuable substances or elements to it. This term is commonly used in relation to food products, education, and other contexts where a significant enhancement has taken place.

Synonyms

augmented, enhanced, fortified, improved

Examples of usage

  • Enriched flour contains additional nutrients.
  • The curriculum has been enriched with new courses.
  • He enjoys enriched experiences during his travels.

Translations

Translations of the word "enriched" in other languages:

🇵🇹 enriquecido

🇮🇳 समृद्ध

🇩🇪 angereichert

🇮🇩 diperkaya

🇺🇦 збагачений

🇵🇱 wzbogacony

🇯🇵 豊かにされた

🇫🇷 enrichi

🇪🇸 enriquecido

🇹🇷 zenginleştirilmiş

🇰🇷 풍부하게 된

🇸🇦 مُغَني

🇨🇿 obohacený

🇸🇰 obohatený

🇨🇳 丰富的

🇸🇮 obogaten

🇮🇸 aukin

🇰🇿 байытылған

🇬🇪 მდიდარი

🇦🇿 zənginləşdirilmiş

🇲🇽 enriquecido

Etymology

The word 'enriched' originates from the Middle English word 'enriche', which meant to make rich or wealthy. This derives from the Old French 'enricchir', which itself stems from the roots 'en-' meaning 'to cause to be' and 'riche', meaning 'rich'. The term has evolved over centuries, maintaining its core meaning of improving or adding value to something. Its usage has expanded to different contexts such as in nutrition where 'enriched' refers to the addition of vitamins and minerals to food products, making them more beneficial. The application of the term spans various fields including agriculture, education, and technology, highlighting the concept of enhancement and improvement.

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