amplify in English
- amplify⇄amplify, verb, -fied,-fying.
- amplify⇄v.i. to write or talk more at length; make additional remarks.
Ex. The speaker amplified on so many topics that the audience could not follow him.
(SYN) expatiate. - amplify⇄v.t. 1. to make greater; make stronger or larger.
Ex. When sound is amplified, it can be heard a greater distance. By advertising widely, a manufacturer can amplify the demand for a product.
2. to make fuller and more extensive; expand; enla
amplify in Gujarati ગુજરાતી
amplify in Hindi हिन्दी
amplify in Marathi मराठी
amplify in Sindhi سنڌي
amplify in Tamil தமிழ்
Amplify
Part of Speech
Verb
Pronunciation
/ˈæm.plɪ.faɪ/
Definitions
- To increase the volume, strength, or intensity of something, especially sound.
- To make something more pronounced or significant, often used metaphorically.
- In electronics, to increase the power or amplitude of a signal.
Usage Examples
- "The speaker used a microphone to amplify his voice during the lecture."
- "Her stories tend to amplify the dramatic moments for effect."
- "The amplifier is designed to amplify audio signals for the concert."
Etymology
From the Latin "amplificare," meaning "to enlarge" or "to increase," derived from "amplificare" (to make large) from "amplus" (large, ample) and the suffix "-ficare" (to make). The word "amplify" has been used in English since the 15th century.
Synonyms
- Increase
- Enhance
- Boost
- Exaggerate
- Expand
Antonyms
- Reduce
- Diminish
- Contract
- Minimize
- Decrease
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | Ampliar | /amˈpljar/ |
| French | Amplifier | /ɑ̃.pli.fi.je/ |
| German | Verstärken | /fɛʁˈʃtɛʁkən/ |
| Italian | Amplificare | /am.pli.fiˈka.re/ |
| Portuguese | Ampliar | /ã.pliˈaɾ/ |
| Russian | Усилить | /ʊsʲɪˈlʲitʲ/ |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 放大 | /fàng dà/ |
| Japanese | 拡大する | /kakudai suru/ |
| Korean | 증폭하다 | /jeungpokhada/ |
| Arabic | تكبير | /takbīr/ |
| Hindi | वृद्धि करना | /vr̥ddhi karnā/ |
| Bengali | বৃদ্ধি করা | /br̥ddhi kôra/ |
| Punjabi | ਵੱਧਾਉਣਾ | /vādhāuṇā/ |
| Gujarati | વિસ્તાર કરવો | /vistār karvo/ |
| Marathi | वृद्धी करणे | /vr̥ddhī karaṇē/ |
| Telugu | పొడుగుచేయి | /poḍugucēyi/ |
| Tamil | விரிவாக்கம் | /virivākkam/ |
| Malayalam | വിശദീകരിക്കുക | /viśadīkarikkuka/ |
| Odia | ବିସ୍ତାର କରିବା | /bistāra karibā/ |
| Kannada | ವಿಸ್ತಾರಗೊಳಿಸು | /vistāra goḷisu/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
- American English: /ˈæm.plɪ.faɪ/
- British English: /ˈæm.plɪ.faɪ/
- Australian English: /ˈæm.plɪ.faɪ/
Historical Usage
The term "amplify" has been used since the 15th century, primarily to describe the act of making something larger or more significant. Over time, its usage extended beyond physical amplification to include figurative uses, such as amplifying a story or an emotion. The development of amplification technology, particularly in the field of sound and audio, in the 20th century further popularized the term in its modern context.
Cultural Nuances
In the context of modern media and technology, the term "amplify" is often used to describe the process of increasing the reach or impact of messages, ideas, or content, especially on social media. The amplification of social or political messages is a key aspect of digital activism and the spread of viral content.
More Information
"Amplify" is commonly associated with various fields, such as music, sound engineering, telecommunications, and electronics. Amplification is essential in broadcasting, telecommunications, and audio production, where it is used to strengthen signals, whether they are electrical, sound, or light. In the context of personal development, amplifying one's skills or ideas refers to elevating their visibility or impact. The importance of amplification technology continues to grow in modern society, as devices like amplifiers, microphones, and speakers allow individuals to communicate more effectively across great distances.