What does heighten mean?
Heighten means To make high; to raise higher; to elevate..
Heighten
/ˈhaɪ̯.tən/ · verb
Meaning
To make high; to raise higher; to elevate..
Definitions by Sense
- To make high; to raise higher; to elevate.
- To advance, increase, augment, make larger, more intense, stronger etc.
Example Sentences
Black Bridge, near Machynlleth, is being heightened by one metre in a £3.6 million project to reduce delays caused by flooding.
to heighten beauty
to heighten a flavor or a tint
to heighten awareness
to heighten tension
the excitement heightened
“That’s heightened by the impact of climate change,” she added.
If Mr Brown chooses, he could raise his estimate of the economy's "trend" rate of growth in the coming years and so heighten his hopes of tax revenues.
Synonyms for heighten
Antonyms for heighten
Related Words
Word Forms
- heightens
- heightening
- heightened
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for heighten?
Common synonyms include enhance, rise, raise, intensify.
What is the opposite of heighten?
Possible antonyms include lessen.
How do you use heighten in a sentence?
Black Bridge, near Machynlleth, is being heightened by one metre in a £3.6 million project to reduce delays caused by flooding.
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