HEIGHTEN Synonyms: 89 Similar and Opposite Words

heighten

verb

ˈhī-tᵊn

Definition of heighten

as in to intensify

to make markedly greater in measure or degree several controversial measures have heightened parental awareness of the impact of school policy decisions

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as in to lift

to move from a lower to a higher place or position heightened the hem on her skirt just a couple of inches

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Recent Examples of heighten Diabetic patients taking a sulfonylurea, a class of medications that lower blood sugar, have heightened hypoglycemia risk on GLP-1s, Gaba says. — Liz Seegert, Scientific American, 19 July 2026 Yamal entered the tournament with a hamstring injury, which only heightened any injury concerns for the promising young talent. — Melanie Anzidei, New York Times, 19 July 2026 The match took place against a background of antagonism between the nations, heightened by Argentina's recent semifinal win over England at the World Cup. — ABC News, 18 July 2026 But Chisholm told Fox News Digital that his conversations with Knicks players during their NBA title celebration only heightened his need to hoist a trophy himself. — Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 18 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for heighten

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The Book of Five Rings has only grown in relevance as demands on executives have intensified.

— Julian Hayes II, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
The Sun in your 7th House of Relationships opposes Pluto in your sign, intensifying the push-pull between your needs and someone else’s expectations.

— Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 July 2026

Definition of intensify

Verb

Zidane will be counted on to lift the organization’s spirits after the national team, which was widely regarded as one of the favorites to win the title in North America, was bounced from the tournament by eventual winner Spain in the semifinals.

— Thomas Schlachter, CNN Money, 28 July 2026
Investors noticed, sending the stock up around 7% and lifting other quantum companies like IonQ and Rigetti along with it.

— John Koetsier, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026

Definition of lift

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For Greece, the investment is part of a broader effort to modernize its armed forces and enhance deterrence capabilities in a region marked by persistent security concerns.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 25 July 2026
While visual effects can enhance martial arts on screen, Wu argues that authentic filmmaking still depends on performance.

— Lin Ying-Hsuan, Variety, 25 July 2026

Definition of enhance

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Cartels, smaller mafias and street gangs hold sway in town halls and state governments around the country and have deepened their role in the economy.

— Mary Beth Sheridan, CNN Money, 25 July 2026
The cocktail is fresh juicy summer strawberries, paired with vodka, gin, lemon, coriander, and two liqueurs, Licor 43, for a deepening vanilla element, and Aperol, for rhubarb and orange and a touch of texture.

— Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 25 July 2026

Definition of deepen

Verb

Rohlfing has also pledged to strengthen core county services, including public safety, infrastructure and public works, while promoting a more business-friendly environment to attract and retain employers.

— Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 25 July 2026
The local manufacturing requirement is intended to strengthen Greece’s domestic defence sector while reducing dependence on foreign suppliers over the long term.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 25 July 2026

Definition of strengthen

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Reimagined for a new generation, AWHQ celebrates Austin’s creative spirit by uplifting local artists and venues, while bringing community together over the art that connects us.

— Katie Campione, Deadline, 21 July 2026
The Christian Science Monitor was founded in 1908 to lift the standard of journalism and uplift humanity.

— Howard LaFranchi, Christian Science Monitor, 13 July 2026

Definition of uplift

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