intensifying

/ɪnˈten.sɪ.faɪ/ (bre, ipa) · [ɪntˈɛnsəfˌaɪɪŋ] /ɪnˈten.sə.faɪ/ (ame, ipa) · [ɪntˈɛnsəfˌaɪɪŋ] /in-ˈten(t)-sə-ˌfī/ (ame, mw)

intensifying — verb

  • intensifyingpresent simple I / you / we / they
  • intensifyings3rd person singular
  • intensifyinging-ing form
  • intensifyingedpast simple

1. to grow in strength, degree, or seriousness; or to cause something to grow in th

1.動詞及物 / 不及物B2
釋義

to grow in strength, degree, or seriousness; or to cause something to grow in that way

例句

The storm intensified near the coast, forcing Brian's family to leave their home.

intransitive use: storm + intensify

By adding fresh herbs, Trang intensified the flavor of the chicken soup.

transitive use: intensify + noun phrase (flavor)

同義詞
  • heighten

    Often refers to emotions, senses, or awareness; 'intensify' is broader and can apply to any quality

  • escalate

    Implies a step-by-step increase, usually in conflicts or problems; carries a more negative tone

  • strengthen

    Focuses on making something stronger or more effective; 'intensify' emphasises degree or extremity

反義詞
  • lessen

    The opposite of making greater; reduces in degree or strength

  • diminish

    Similar register, means to make or become smaller or weaker

文法句型

intensify + noun phrase

noun phrase + intensify

intensify (without object)

用法筆記

Can be used transitively (someone intensifies something) or intransitively (something intensifies on its own). The subject is often a situation, condition, activity, or natural phenomenon.

常見錯誤

❌The company intensified the production of cars.
✅The company increased the production of cars.
💡'Intensify' suggests making something more extreme or serious, not just bigger in quantity.