intensify

/ɪntɛnˈsɪfaɪ/

Definitions

1. verb

to make or become more severe or extreme, or to become more powerful or strong

“The storm is expected to intensify overnight.”

2. verb

to increase the strength or effect of something

“The new policy aims to intensify the company’s focus on sustainability.”

3. verb

to make or become more intense or passionate

“The crowd began to intensify their chants, demanding change.”

4. verb

to increase the degree or level of something

“The therapy aims to intensify the patient’s awareness of their emotions.”

5. noun

the process of making or becoming more severe or extreme

“The intensification of the storm caused widespread damage.”

Synonyms

  • amplify
  • augment
  • exacerbate
  • heighten

Antonyms

  • mitigate
  • weaken