magnify
8 synonyms and 0 antonyms for magnify, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To make something look bigger, usually with a lens, microscope, or similar device.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use magnify
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin magnificare, "to make great", from magnificus, "doing great things".
Full origin of magnify →Frequently asked questions
What does “magnify” mean?
The word “magnify” means to make something look bigger, usually with a lens, microscope, or similar device. In plain terms, to make something appear or feel bigger — either literally through a lens, or emotionally by exaggerating it.
How do you pronounce “magnify”?
“Magnify” is pronounced MAGNIH-feye (/ˈmæɡnɪfaɪ/ in IPA).
How do you use “magnify” in a sentence?
Here is “magnify” used in a sentence: “Use the app to magnify the text if it's too small to read.”
What part of speech is “magnify”?
“Magnify” is a verb.
Where does the word “magnify” come from?
The word “magnify” comes from Latin. From Latin magnificare, "to make great", from magnificus, "doing great things".
How many meanings does “magnify” have?
“Magnify” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to make something look bigger, usually with a lens, microscope, or similar device.