How to Pronounce Augmented

To pronounce "augmented", say AUGM-ent-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

AUGM-ent-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “augmented”

"augmented" has 3 syllables: augm-ent-ed. It rhymes with disoriented and demented, if that helps it stick.

What does augmented mean?

verb

  1. To increase; to make larger or supplement.

    “The money from renting out a spare room can augment a salary.”

  2. To grow; to increase; to become greater.

adjective

  1. Increased in number, amount or strength.
  2. Increased by a semitone.

Antonyms

diminished

Words that rhyme with augmented

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

disorienteddementedlamentedunprecedentedregimentedtormentedrepresentedimplementedorientedpresentedcontentedsegmented

Related words

increasedincreasingincreaseamplifiedmagnifiedheightenedenhancedstrengthen

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "augmented"?▾

"Augmented" has 3 syllables: augm · ent · ed.

What does "augmented" mean?▾

Augmented: To increase; to make larger or supplement.

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