to intensify
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British pronunciation
/ɪnˈtɛnsɪfaɪ/

Definition & Meaning of "intensify"

to intensify
01

to become more in degree or strength

Intransitive
to intensify definition and meaning
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Ongoing efforts are currently intensifying to address climate change.
Tensions are intensifying in the region due to political unrest.
02

to increase the degree, strength, or severity of something

Transitive: to intensify sth
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The therapist used techniques to intensify the relaxation experience for her clients.
Increasing the dosage of the medication could intensify its side effects.
03

to increase the strength or impact of certain visual elements in an image through adjustments to lighting, contrast, or saturation

Transitive: to intensify visual elements
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The photographer used a reflector to intensify the sunlight on the subject's face, creating a dramatic portrait.
Adding a vignette effect around the edges of the photo can intensify the focus on the central subject.

Word Family

intense

Adjective

intensify

Verb

intensifier

Noun

intensifier

Noun

intensifying

Adjective

intensifying

Adjective
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