- The act of increasing in size or bulk, real or
apparent; the state of being increased; augmentation; further
extension; expansion. - Expansion or extension, as of the powers of the mind;
ennoblement, as of the feelings and character; as, an enlargement of
views, of knowledge, of affection. - A setting at large, or being set at large; release
from confinement, servitude, or distress; liberty. - Diffusiveness of speech or writing; expatiation; a
wide range of discourse or argument.