amplify
/ˈæmplɪˌfaɪ/
am · pli · fy
ˈæm · plɪ · ˌfaɪ
English Definition
v. to make something louder, especially music or sound
Significado en Español
amplificar, aumentar
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
khuếch đại, tăng cường
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
ampl(big)+ify(make become)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
In order to be heard over the noise, the presenter needed to ______ his voice.
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A
amplify
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B
whisper
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C
mute
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D
soften
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A — amplify.
“amplify” means v. to make something louder, especially music or sound
Common questions about “amplify”
What does “amplify” mean?
amplify — v. to make something louder, especially music or sound. In Chinese: 放大，增强.
How do you pronounce “amplify”?
amplify is pronounced /ˈæmplɪˌfaɪ/. It breaks into 3 syllables: am · pli · fy.
Is “amplify” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. amplify appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “amplify”?
ampl(big)+ify(make become)
