-en

Pronunciation: /- ˈɛn/

-en (suffix)

  1. Used to form verbs meaning “to make something” or “to change into a state”.
  2. Used to form verbs meaning “to increase” or “to become stronger” in a quality.
  3. Used in some verbs to show a change that makes something less, smaller, or weaker.

Examples

  • The chef will thicken the sauce to make it richer.
  • The new policy will strengthen the team’s focus.