Intensify: meaning, definitions and examples

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intensify

[ ɪnˈtɛnsɪfaɪ ]

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increase intensity

To make something stronger or more intense. This can refer to emotions, actions, or other qualities.

Synonyms

amplify, escalate, heighten

Examples of usage

The storm is expected to intensify as it moves closer to the coast.
She decided to intensify her efforts to reach her goal.

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make more severe

To make something more severe or extreme, often in a negative way.

Synonyms

aggravate, exacerbate, worsen

Examples of usage

The government has promised to intensify their efforts to combat terrorism.
The conflict in the region continues to intensify.

Translations

Translations of the word "intensify" in other languages:

🇵🇹 intensificar

🇮🇳 तेज करना

🇩🇪 intensivieren

🇮🇩 memperkuat

🇺🇦 посилювати

🇵🇱 nasilenie

🇯🇵 強化する (kyōka suru)

🇫🇷 intensifier

🇪🇸 intensificar

🇹🇷 yoğunlaştırmak

🇰🇷 강화하다 (ganghwa hada)

🇸🇦 تكثيف

🇨🇿 zesílit

🇸🇰 zosilniť

🇨🇳 加强 (jiāqiáng)

🇸🇮 okrepiti

🇮🇸 styrkja

🇰🇿 күшейту

🇬🇪 გაძლიერება

🇦🇿 gücləndirmək

🇲🇽 intensificar

Word origin

The word 'intensify' originated from the Latin word 'intensificare', which means 'to increase'. The term has been in use in English since the 17th century, originally used in the context of making something stronger or more extreme. Over time, it has evolved to encompass a wide range of meanings related to increasing intensity, severity, or magnitude.