Looking for the meaning of the word HEIGHTENS in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of HEIGHTENS with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Heighten
Speech Type: Verb
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈhʌɪtn
Dialects: British English
Definition:
make or become more intense
Short Definition:make or become more intense
Examples:- the pleasure was heightened by the sense of guilt that accompanied it
- concern over CFCs has heightened
Definition:
make (something) higher
Short Definition:make something higher
Examples:- the stage will be extended, heightening the grid by 3.4 metres
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