Intensify — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /in-ˈten(t)-sə-ˌfī/ in·ten·si·fy

Meaning & Definition of Intensify

Intensify (verb)

  1. to become intense or more intensive, grow stronger or more acute
  2. to make intense or more intensive, strengthen
  3. to make more acute, sharpen

Intensify (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to make markedly greater in measure or degree

    "intensified her efforts to preserve the town's historic buildings and landmarks"

    similar: accentuate, amp (up), amplify, beef (up), boost, consolidate, deepen, enhance, heighten, magnify, redouble, step up, strengthen
    related: broaden, enlarge, expand, extend, lengthen, accelerate, hasten, quicken, emphasize, point (up), sharpen, stress, augment, enforce, reinforce, restrengthen, supplement, maximize, enliven, jazz (up), aggravate, exacerbate
    opposite: abate, moderate
    near: decrease, diminish, lessen, let up (on), reduce, subdue, tone (down), weaken, dwindle, recede, subside, taper (off), wane, alleviate, ease, lighten

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Intensify

The most common words with a similar meaning to Intensify:

accentuate, amp (up), amplify, beef (up), boost, consolidate, deepen, enhance, heighten, magnify, redouble, step up, strengthen

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Intensify

Words with the opposite meaning of Intensify:

abate, moderate

Related Words for Intensify

broaden, enlarge, expand, extend, lengthen, accelerate, hasten, quicken, emphasize, point (up), sharpen, stress, augment, enforce, reinforce, restrengthen, supplement, maximize, enliven, jazz (up), aggravate, exacerbate

Near Antonyms of Intensify

decrease, diminish, lessen, let up (on), reduce, subdue, tone (down), weaken, dwindle, recede, subside, taper (off), wane, alleviate, ease, lighten

Word Forms of Intensify

Inflections: intensified, intensifying

Derived words: intensification (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Intensify

First known use: 1817t

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Intensify

Frequently Asked Questions about Intensify

What does "Intensify" mean?

"Intensify" means to become intense or more intensive, grow stronger or more acute. As a verb, it is defined as: to become intense or more intensive, grow stronger or more acute.

What is another word for "Intensify"?

Other words for "Intensify" include accentuate, amp (up), amplify, beef (up), boost, consolidate, deepen and enhance. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Intensify" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Intensify"?

There are 35 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Intensify". Common alternatives include accentuate, amp (up), amplify, beef (up), boost, consolidate, deepen, enhance, heighten and magnify.

What is the opposite of "Intensify"?

Antonyms of "Intensify" include abate and moderate. Near antonyms include decrease, diminish, lessen and let up (on).

How do you use "Intensify" in a sentence?

Examples of "Intensify" in a sentence: "intensified her efforts to preserve the town's historic buildings and landmarks".

Is "Intensify" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Intensify" is a verb.

Is "Intensify" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C1-level word, "Intensify" is typical of Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), IELTS band 7.0–8.0, TOEFL iBT 95–113, PTE Academic 76–84, TOEIC Listening & Reading 945+. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Intensify"?

"Intensify" is pronounced /in-ˈten(t)-sə-ˌfī/ and divided into syllables as in·ten·si·fy.