intensify
/ɪnˈtensɪfaɪ/
CEFR level C1Topic EnvironmentWord #6549 in the learning path
增强；加剧；使强化
Definitions
v. become stronger or more extreme, or make something so
增强；加剧；使强化
Example
The rain intensified as we hurried towards the station.
我们匆忙赶往车站时，雨下得更大了。
Rising temperatures may intensify water shortages in regions that already experience long periods of drought.
气温上升可能加剧长期遭受干旱地区的缺水问题。
Collocations
- intensify efforts
- intensify pressure
- competition intensifies
Word family
- intense (adj.)
- intensity (n.)
- intensification (n.)
- intensely (adv.)
Synonyms
- strengthen
- heighten
Antonyms
- weaken
- ease
Usage tip
可直接接宾语，也可不接：压力本身也会加剧。
FAQ
- What does intensify mean?
- become stronger or more extreme, or make something so
- How is intensify pronounced?
- UK /ɪnˈtensɪfaɪ/, US /ɪnˈtensɪfaɪ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
