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单词 heighten
释义

heighten

/ˈhʌɪt(ə)n /
verb
1Make or become more intense: [with object]: the pleasure was heightened by the sense of guilt that accompanied it (as adjective heightened) the heightened colour of her face [no object]: concern over CFCs has heightened...
  • As such, the facial features of almost all of the actors are that much more defined, which only serves to heighten and intensify the performances.
  • Cheery yellow flower heads nod all around me, their colours heightened.
  • For some, time sped up, senses heightened and they lost awareness of their bodies.

Synonyms

intensify, increase, enhance, make greater, add to, raise, augment, boost, strengthen, sharpen, deepen, magnify, amplify, reinforce;
aggravate, make worse, worsen, exacerbate, inflame, compound
2 [with object] Make (something) higher: the stage will be extended, heightening the grid by 3.4 metres

Synonyms

make higher, raise, lift, lift up, elevate, upraise

Rhymes

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