Synonyms of stepped up

stepped up

verb

past tense of step up

as in intensified

to make markedly greater in measure or degree

candidates stepping up their campaigns as election day draws near

stepped up the pace to catch up with the others

Synonyms & Similar Words

• intensified
• enhanced
• heightened
• deepened
• strengthened
• consolidated
• reinforced
• amped (up)
• beefed (up)
• pointed (up)
• accentuated
• expanded
• amplified
• broadened
• boosted
• sharpened
• extended
• redoubled
• emphasized
• magnified
• enforced
• augmented
• lengthened
• accelerated
• supplemented
• hastened
• enlarged
• restrengthened
• maximized
• quickened
• stressed
• enlivened
• jazzed (up)
• exacerbated
• aggravated

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• reduced
• decreased
• moderated
• diminished
• weakened
• tapered (off)
• abated
• subdued
• lessened
• toned (down)
• subsided
• let up (on)
• receded
• waned
• dwindled
• alleviated
• lightened
• eased

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of stepped up

Russia has stepped up its attacks on Ukraine’s data centers and internet providers in recent days, seeking to disrupt the flow of information in the country. — Sam Meredith, CNBC, 30 Sep. 2026

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz also praised the passengers who stepped up and noted in his statement that investigation is still ongoing. — ABC News, 30 Sep. 2026

While Aaron Judge is on the shelf for the entirety of this best-of-three Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox, other New York Yankees homegrown talent stepped up to take Game 1 in the Bronx on Tuesday night. — Scott Thompson Outkick, FOXNews.com, 30 Sep. 2026

When Bruno Fernandes stepped up to the penalty spot on Sunday afternoon, all eyes were at first on him. — Cerys Jones, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026

The Marlins had reclaimed lead when Jensen stepped up in the fifth, again with Isbel on base with another hit. — Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 4 Sep. 2026

Hedrick was pleased with the way his defense stepped up and kept Palos Verdes out of the end zone in the second half. — Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Aug. 2026

Another man stepped up with the sheriff to try and quell concerns. — Charlotte Observer, 26 Aug. 2026

Fulton’s defense stepped up with Derra Reth getting the game’s first interception. — Felipe Gamino, Daily News, 22 Aug. 2026