amplify
verb
am·pli·fy
ˈam-plə-ˌfī 
amplified; amplifying
1
: to expand (something, such as a statement) by the use of detail or illustration or by closer analysis
2
a
: to make larger or greater (as in amount, importance, or intensity) : increase
b
: to increase the strength or amount of
especially
: to make louder
c
: to cause (a gene or DNA sequence) to undergo amplification
: to expand one's remarks or ideas
Synonyms
Examples of amplify in a Sentence
amplify a weak radio signal
a receiver that amplified the television signal
using spices to amplify the flavors of the food
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Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 10 Jan. 2025
Layer it with Byredo’s Gypsy Water to amplify its woody undertones, or pair it with Le Labo’s Vanille 44 for a cozy, sweet embrace that feels perfect for winter evenings.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 10 Jan. 2025
Smartmatic sued Fox News and Fox Corp. following the 2020 presidential election, claiming that on-air personalities and guests amplified false claims that it was involved in rigging the ballots.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 9 Jan. 2025
There is something crucial that happens in those places, which television grabs hold of and amplifies into high drama, both medical and existential.
—Robert Lloyd, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2025
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“Amplify.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/amplify. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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amplify
verb
am·pli·fy
ˈam-plə-ˌfī
amplified; amplifying
1
: enlarge sense 2
especially
: to add details or illustrations to
amplify a statement
2
: to increase (voltage, current, or power) in magnitude or strength
Medical Definition
amplify
transitive verb
am·pli·fy
-ˌfī
amplified; amplifying
1
: to make larger or greater (as in amount or intensity)
2
: to increase the strength or amount of
especially
: to make louder
3
: to cause (a gene or DNA sequence) to undergo amplification
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