amplify
9 synonyms and 0 antonyms for amplify, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To increase the strength, volume, or intensity of something, especially a sound or signal.
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How to use amplify
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Etymology
From Latin amplificare, "to enlarge", from amplus ("ample") plus facere ("to make").
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What does “amplify” mean?
The word “amplify” means to increase the strength, volume, or intensity of something, especially a sound or signal. In plain terms, to make something bigger, louder, or more noticeable — whether it's a sound, a feeling, or an idea.
How do you pronounce “amplify”?
“Amplify” is pronounced AM-pluh-feye (/ˈæm.plə.faɪ/ in IPA).
How do you use “amplify” in a sentence?
Here is “amplify” used in a sentence: “Social media can amplify small stories into major news.”
What part of speech is “amplify”?
“Amplify” is a verb.
Where does the word “amplify” come from?
The word “amplify” comes from Latin. From Latin amplificare, "to enlarge", from amplus ("ample") plus facere ("to make").
Is “amplify” a common word?
“Amplify” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “amplify” have?
“Amplify” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to increase the strength, volume, or intensity of something, especially a sound or signal.