Intensifier: meaning, definitions and examples
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intensifier
[ ɪnˈtɛnsɪfaɪər ]
in language
A word or affix that gives emphasis or adds force to a statement.
Synonyms
amplifier, booster, emphasizer
Examples of usage
- "Really" is an intensifier in the sentence "I really like ice cream."
- Other examples of intensifiers include "very", "extremely", and "incredibly".
in chemistry
A substance that increases the intensity or effectiveness of a reaction or process.
Synonyms
augmenter, enhancer, potentiator
Examples of usage
- Catalysts can act as intensifiers in chemical reactions.
in photography
A chemical used to increase the sensitivity of photographic emulsion.
Synonyms
activator, developer, sensitizer
Examples of usage
- Silver nitrate is a common intensifier in black and white photography.
Translations
Translations of the word "intensifier" in other languages:
🇵🇹 intensificador
🇮🇳 तीव्रक (teevrak)
🇩🇪 Verstärker
🇮🇩 penguat
🇺🇦 підсилювач
🇵🇱 wzmacniacz
🇯🇵 強調するもの (kyōchō suru mono)
🇫🇷 intensificateur
🇪🇸 intensificador
🇹🇷 güçlendirici
🇰🇷 강화제 (ganghware)
🇸🇦 مُكثَّف (mukathaf)
🇨🇿 zesilovač
🇸🇰 zosilňovač
🇨🇳 增强器 (zēngqiáng qì)
🇸🇮 ojačevalec
🇮🇸 styrkingarefni
🇰🇿 күшейткіш
🇬🇪 გამაძლიერებელი (gamadzlierebeli)
🇦🇿 gücləndirici
🇲🇽 intensificador
Word origin
The word "intensifier" originated in the early 19th century, derived from the verb "intensify". The concept of intensifying or increasing the strength or power of something has been a part of human language and scientific endeavors for centuries. The use of intensifiers in language has evolved to enhance communication and express emphasis effectively.
See also: intensely, intensified, intensify, intensity, intensively.