Pronunciation

/ˈæmplɪfaɪ/

Definitions

• Verb: To make louder, stronger, or more intense; to increase the volume or amplitude of a sound or signal. Also used metaphorically to emphasize or clarify something. For example: “The speaker amplified her voice to be heard by everyone in the hall.”
• Noun: The act of amplifying, especially when referring to a device that does this (e.g., amplifier). For example: “The audio engineer adjusted the amplifier’s settings to optimize the sound.”

Phrases

• “Amplify a message” means to make a statement more prominent or clear.
• “Amplify the impact” refers to increasing the effectiveness or influence of something.
• “Amplify your voice” encourages someone to express themselves more forcefully.

Example Sentences

• Verb: “The microphone was placed on a stand to amplify the singer’s voice.”
• Noun: “The sound system was set up with multiple amplifiers to cover the large venue.”
• Phrasal Verb: “She decided to amplify her concerns about climate change during the meeting.”

Synonyms

• Boost
• Enhance
• Increase
• Reinforce
• Intensify
• Amplify (noun: boost or gain)