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intensify

[in-ten-suh-fahy]

verb (used with object)

intensified, intensifying 
  1. to make intense or more intense.

    Antonyms: weaken, alleviate
  2. to make more acute; strengthen or sharpen.

  3. Photography.,  to increase the density and contrast of (a negative) chemically.



verb (used without object)

intensified, intensifying 
  1. to become intense or more intense.

intensify

/ ɪnˈtɛnsɪˌfaɪ /

verb

  1. to make or become intense or more intense

  2. (tr) to increase the density of (a photographic film or plate)

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Other Word Forms

  • intensification noun
  • de-intensify verb
  • overintensification noun
  • overintensify verb
  • self-intensified adjective
  • self-intensifying adjective
  • unintensified adjective
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Word History and Origins

Origin of intensify1

First recorded in 1810–20; intense + -ify
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Example Sentences

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Still, expectations for a supply surplus in 2026 have intensified, with the International Energy Agency predicting that global oil supply will outpace demand by 4 million barrels per day next year.

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The rivalry between the two Britons has intensified since their original October 25 fight was postponed because of an injury to TKV, which Clarke has publicly questioned.

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Sri Lanka is currently experiencing the northeast monsoon season, but rainfall has intensified due to the cyclone, it added.

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In the Lebanese capital, Beirut, and other areas on the pope’s itinerary, signs abound of furious logistical activity and preparations: Police and security personnel have intensified their presence.

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Since choline supports the brain and liver, long-term shortages may heighten vulnerability to metabolic stress and intensify the effect obesity has on the brain.

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