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amplify

UK
/ˈæmplɪfaɪ/
US
/ˈæmplɪfaɪ/
amplifyverb
amplified
Past Simple
amplified
Past Participle
amplifying
Gerund
UK
/ˈæmplɪfaɪ/
US
/ˈæmplɪfaɪ/
Translations
amplifierBiologie.
The lab used PCR to amplify the DNA sample.
Le laboratoire a utilisé la PCR pour amplifier l'échantillon d'ADN.
amplifierPar extension, pour développer davantage une idée ou un argument.
The professor asked the student to amplify his argument with more evidence.
Le professeur a demandé à l'étudiant d'amplifier son argument avec davantage de preuves.
amplifierAu sens figuré.
The scientist aimed to amplify the signal to ensure accurate readings.
Le scientifique a cherché à amplifier le signal pour garantir des mesures précises.
The band used speakers to amplify the music for the large audience.
Le groupe a utilisé des haut-parleurs pour amplifier la musique pour le grand public.
Definitions
To increase the volume of sound, especially using an amplifier.
The band used speakers to amplify the music for the large audience.
To make something more intense or stronger.
The scientist aimed to amplify the signal to ensure accurate readings.
To expand or elaborate on a statement or idea.
The professor asked the student to amplify his argument with more evidence.
Biology: to make multiple copies of (a gene or DNA sequence).
The lab used PCR to amplify the DNA sample.
Synonyms
increase
enhance
boost
magnify
intensify
expand
heighten
enlarge
Antonyms
diminish
reduce
decrease
amplifygerund / present participle
Definitions
Serving to amplify; increasing in strength or intensity.
An amplifying device boosts weak signals.
amplifypast participle
Definitions
Made louder or stronger, especially through electronic means.
The amplified guitar solo filled the stadium.
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