Amplify
volume
British pronunciation/ˈæmplɪfˌa‌ɪ/
American pronunciation/ˈæmpɫəˌfaɪ/

Definition & Meaning of "amplify"

to amplify
01

to increase the size, effect, or extent of something

Transitive: to amplify sth
to amplify definition and meaning
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Ongoing research is currently amplifying our understanding of climate change.
Technological advancements have amplified the speed of communication.
02

to make a sound, especially a musical sound, louder

Transitive: to amplify a sound
to amplify definition and meaning
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The sound engineer used a microphone and amplifier to amplify the singer's voice during the concert.
To ensure that everyone could hear the announcements clearly, the event organizers decided to amplify the sound.
03

to provide additional information, context, or elaboration to further explain or develop a narrative

Transitive: to amplify a statement or narrative
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She amplified her statement by providing additional evidence.
The teacher amplified the lesson with interactive activities and multimedia presentations.
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