Amplify Definition

amplify
verb
  1. increase in size, volume or significance; "Her terror was magnified in her mind"
  2. to enlarge beyond bounds or the truth; "tended to romanticize and exaggerate this `gracious Old South' imagery"
  3. exaggerate or make bigger; "The charges were inflated"
  4. increase the volume of; "amplify sound"

"Amplify" in song lyrics

See how amplify is used in real songs:

  • "Amp up and amplify"
    Rage Against the Machine — Know Your Enemy
  • "And deep-brain'd sonnets that did amplify"
    William Shakespeare — A Lover's Complaint
  • "matrix amplify"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "amplify"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "amplify" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for amplify to find words that pair well.

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