intensify
[ in-ten-suh-fahy ]
/ ɪnˈtɛn səˌfaɪ /
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verb (used with object), in·ten·si·fied, in·ten·si·fy·ing.
to make intense or more intense.
to make more acute; strengthen or sharpen.
Photography. to increase the density and contrast of (a negative) chemically.
verb (used without object), in·ten·si·fied, in·ten·si·fy·ing.
to become intense or more intense.
SYNONYMS FOR intensify
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1, 2. See aggravate.
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intensify
/ (ɪnˈtɛnsɪˌfaɪ) /
verb -fies, -fying or -fied
to make or become intense or more intense
(tr) to increase the density of (a photographic film or plate)
Derived forms of intensify
intensification, nounCollins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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