AMPLIFICATION Synonyms: 42 Similar and Opposite Words

amplification

noun

Definition of amplification

as in enhancement

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Recent Examples of amplification That regulatory status is what separates the AirPods feature from generic sound amplification apps or headphone EQ tweaks. — Allison Palmer july 2, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 July 2026 So the aid isn't simply turned up; it's programmed to boost the high pitches a lot and the low ones barely at all—a different amount of amplification at every frequency, matched to the exact shape of your hearing loss. — Angela Haupt, Time, 29 June 2026 Since day one, music has always been my artistic vehicle to amplify creativity, connection, community, collaboration, and maximum amplification of human emotion. — Jem Aswad, Variety, 25 June 2026 But the process of light-amplification has straitened the storytelling. — James Parker, The Atlantic, 16 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for amplification

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Noun

Wells asked the court to impose a sentencing enhancement that increased Kendall’s punishment to 50 years to life.

— Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Wells argued for a sentence enhancement, and at the hearing on July 31, Kendall was sentenced to two consecutive sentences of 25 years to life.

— Eleanor Jacobs, PEOPLE, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of enhancement

Noun

Williams looks as dominant as ever in camp, albeit against defensive ends such as rookie Romello Height and Wednesday addition Ogba Okoronko.

— Cam Inman, Mercury News, 5 Aug. 2026
This addition comes a day after Dolphins coach Jeff Hafley revealed undrafted rookie defensive tackle Rene Konga will miss the season with an undisclosed injury.

— David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of addition

Noun

Our expert reviewer gave the Canon 18x50 IS binoculars four stars and called them 'stargazing ready' thanks to their high 18x magnification and image-stabilization.

— Harry Bennett, Space.com, 20 July 2026
The update also adds some customization options to Widgets, a more precise magnification tool, and improved stability with certain Bluetooth devices.

— Emma Roth, The Verge, 14 July 2026

Definition of magnification

Noun

Choose the system, habit, or adjustment that makes everyday care feel less like duty and more like devotion.

— Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 6 Aug. 2026
Neighbors said the temporary adjustment during the recent Bohemian Grove gathering dramatically reduced the number of aircraft flying over their homes.

— Kenny Choi, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of adjustment

Noun

That’s not an exaggeration, as Austin rents have been falling for several years.

— Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 5 Aug. 2026
In her Tinker Bell costume, Ashley seems as thirsty for a peach as Shamea is, reveling in the opportunity to tell her side of the story but obviously sprinkling her own fairy dust of exaggeration into the narrative.

— Ile-Ife Okantah, Vulture, 27 July 2026

Definition of exaggeration

Noun

The research that was conducted in Wuhan with federal support involved modifications to bat viruses to study their potential impact on humans.

— Joe Walsh, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026
This includes mandatory cybersecurity training for staff, improvements to digital and human procedures including ACH payment verification processes, and controls within financial workflows, as well as modifications to IT staffing, said Gale.

— Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of modification

Noun

That change will be accompanied by significant alterations to the competition structure, which includes divisions and a new postseason format.

— Paul Tenorio, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026
Some alterations were made for the WPBL, including a temporary outfield fence that shortened the center field fence from 415 to 330 feet and other dimensions accordingly.

— James Raia, Mercury News, 3 Aug. 2026

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