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to heighten
01
to increase the quantity, intensity, or degree of something
Transitive: to heighten intensity or degree of something
Examples
Recent events have heightened concerns about cybersecurity.
The unexpected news heightened tensions among the team members.
02
to raise something above its current position
Transitive: to heighten sth
Examples
To improve the view, the city decided to heighten the observation deck on the skyscraper.
In order to meet safety standards, the dam was heightened to better withstand potential flooding.
03
to increase in intensity, magnitude, or extent
Intransitive
Examples
Tensions between the two countries heightened after the diplomatic incident.
With each passing moment, the suspense in the room heightened as the announcement drew nearer.
04
to become more severe
Intransitive
Examples
The suspense in the movie heightened as the protagonist approached the mysterious door.
The argument between the two friends heightened when they could n't agree on a solution.
05
to enhance or sharpen one's sensory perceptions, such as sight, hearing, taste, touch, or smell
Transitive: to heighten sensory perceptions or awareness
Examples
Meditation techniques can heighten awareness and sharpen focus.
Eating spicy food can heighten the sensitivity of taste buds.
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