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intensified

 

[ ɪnˈtɛnsɪˌfaɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

emotions

To make something stronger or more extreme, especially feelings or emotions.

Synonyms

deepen, heighten, increase

Examples of usage

  • She intensified her efforts to find a solution.
  • The argument intensified as they both became more angry.
  • The pain in her heart intensified with each passing day.
Context #2 | Verb

action

To increase the strength or force of something.

Synonyms

boost, escalate, strengthen

Examples of usage

  • He intensified the pressure on the gas pedal.
  • The storm intensified as it approached the coast.
  • The police intensified their search for the missing child.

Translations

Translations of the word "intensified" in other languages:

🇵🇹 intensificado

🇮🇳 तीव्र

🇩🇪 intensiviert

🇮🇩 diperkuat

🇺🇦 посилений

🇵🇱 zintensyfikowany

🇯🇵 強化された

🇫🇷 intensifié

🇪🇸 intensificado

🇹🇷 yoğunlaştırılmış

🇰🇷 강화된

🇸🇦 مكثف

🇨🇿 zesílený

🇸🇰 zintenzívnený

🇨🇳 加强的

🇸🇮 intenziviran

🇮🇸 aukinn

🇰🇿 күшейтілген

🇬🇪 გაძლიერებული

🇦🇿 gücləndirilmiş

🇲🇽 intensificado

Etymology

The word 'intensified' is derived from the verb 'intensify', which comes from the Latin word 'intensificare', meaning 'to increase in strength'. The concept of intensifying something has been present in human language for centuries, as people have always sought to make things stronger or more powerful. The use of 'intensified' in English dates back to the late 16th century, and it continues to be a commonly used word in various contexts.

See also: intensely, intensifier, intensify, intensity, intensively.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,717 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.