Word Definition

Amplify

  1. To enlarge by addition or discussion; to treat copiously by adding particulars, illustrations, etc.; to expand; to make much of.
  2. To become larger.
  3. To speak largely or copiously; to be diffuse in argument or description; to dilate; to expatiate; -- often with on or upon.
  4. To render larger, more extended, or more intense, and the like; -- used especially of telescopes, microscopes, etc.