Amplified: meaning, definitions and examples
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amplified
[ ˈæmplɪfaɪd ]
sound enhancement
Amplified refers to something that has been increased in volume or strength, especially in relation to sound. It often describes audio signals that have been made louder through various devices or methods. In a broader sense, it can also refer to anything that has been intensified or magnified in effect.
Synonyms
boosted, enhanced, heightened, intensified
Examples of usage
- The amplified music could be heard from blocks away.
- The team's amplified energy boosted their performance.
- She used an amplified speaker for the presentation.
Translations
Translations of the word "amplified" in other languages:
🇵🇹 amplificado
🇮🇳 विस्तारित
🇩🇪 verstärkt
🇮🇩 diperbesar
🇺🇦 посилений
🇵🇱 wzmocniony
🇯🇵 増幅された
🇫🇷 amplifié
🇪🇸 ampliado
🇹🇷 genişletilmiş
🇰🇷 증폭된
🇸🇦 معزز
🇨🇿 zesílený
🇸🇰 zvýšený
🇨🇳 放大的
🇸🇮 okrepljen
🇮🇸 aukinn
🇰🇿 күшейтілген
🇬🇪 გამაძლიერებელი
🇦🇿 gücləndirilmiş
🇲🇽 ampliado
Etymology
The term 'amplified' originates from the Latin word 'amplificare', which means 'to enlarge' or 'to increase'. The root 'ampli-' comes from 'amplus', meaning 'large' or 'spacious'. Its usage has evolved over the centuries, particularly with advancements in technology that allow for sound to be amplified through electronic means. The transition into common vernacular occurred as audio technology emerged in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, making the concept of amplification more relevant in both casual and professional settings. In contemporary usage, 'amplified' extends beyond audio to describe increased intensity in various contexts, including emotions, events, and experiences.