Synonyms of intensifies

intensifies

verb

present tense third-person singular of intensify

as in deepens

to make markedly greater in measure or degree

intensified her efforts to preserve the town's historic buildings and landmarks

Synonyms & Similar Words

• deepens
• heightens
• enhances
• strengthens
• consolidates
• reinforces
• amplifies
• broadens
• accentuates
• sharpens
• redoubles
• boosts
• magnifies
• expands
• emphasizes
• lengthens
• amps (up)
• augments
• extends
• steps up
• accelerates
• maximizes
• beefs (up)
• enlarges
• enforces
• hastens
• quickens
• points (up)
• exacerbates
• stresses
• aggravates
• enlivens
• supplements
• restrengthens
• jazzes (up)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• decreases
• reduces
• diminishes
• weakens
• moderates
• abates
• lessens
• tones (down)
• subdues
• subsides
• wanes
• recedes
• alleviates
• lightens
• tapers (off)
• eases
• dwindles
• lets up (on)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of intensifies

This move intensifies existing rivalries, notably with the Boston Celtics following the Jaylen Brown trade. — Bryan Toporek, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026

The president addressed a smaller, heavily secured gathering Friday as his administration intensifies its legal and rhetorical attacks on journalists. — Michael Birnbaum, Washington Post, 24 July 2026

The Chinese Communist Party purged another top official Tuesday, as Xi Jinping intensifies his anti-corruption drive. — Brendan Ruberry, semafor.com, 14 July 2026

Zelensky is keen to accelerate efforts with European countries to develop its air defenses ahead of winter, when Russia usually intensifies its attacks to deny Ukrainians electricity, heat and water. — Emma Carmichael, Los Angeles Times, 13 July 2026

Platner's withdrawal caps days of turmoil that had engulfed his campaign and intensifies pressure on Democratic leaders to quickly coalesce around an alternative candidate. — Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 9 July 2026

The war with Iran intensifies -- as casualties mount, oil prices rise and the administration asks Congress for billions more to pay for it. — NBC news, 7 July 2026

The Supreme Court ruling intensifies the pressure behind these roles. — Ammcise Apply, The Conversation, 26 June 2026

The process intensifies their flavors and can prune their skins. — Emily Saladino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 25 June 2026