What does heightening mean?
Heightening means present participle and gerund of heighten.
Heightening
Pronunciation varies by accent · verb
Meaning
present participle and gerund of heighten.
Definitions by Sense
- present participle and gerund of heighten
- The act by which something is heightened or increased.
Example Sentences
For them, there was "an increase in total lymphocyte production, and a higher IG antibody response," among other heightenings.
There are flourishes and coloratura passages in this art, heightenings and sharpenings of the line that serve only to give the needy linear system a value of its own in confrontation with nature.
Synonyms for heightening
Antonyms for heightening
Related Words
Word Forms
- heightenings
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for heightening?
Common synonyms include building.
What is the opposite of heightening?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use heightening in a sentence?
For them, there was "an increase in total lymphocyte production, and a higher IG antibody response," among other heightenings.
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