deepen

verb

ˈdē-pən How to pronounce deepen (audio)
Definition of deepennext
as in to intensify
to make markedly greater in measure or degree this book really deepens our knowledge of how the brain works

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Recent Examples of deepen And that deepens the concern that many young progressive Americans, including Jews, now see supporting Israel in any way as irreconcilable with their worldview. — Giovanna Dell'orto, Fortune, 31 July 2026 That slowdown could deepen if iPhone sales take a hit from a price increase that many analysts expect during the launch of the new lineup, which typically happens in September. — Aditya Soni, USA Today, 31 July 2026 Albums of new material followed, showing that Askew’s briny voice and cynically whimsical songcraft had only deepened with age. — Reed Jackson, SPIN, 31 July 2026 As inequality deepens across the state, drawing mounting backlash, California voters will decide on a ballot measure in November that would levy a one-time 5% tax on billionaires to help pay for healthcare. — Bloomberg, Mercury News, 30 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for deepen
Recent Examples of Synonyms for deepen
  1. intensify
  2. enhance
  3. heighten
  4. strengthen
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  • The Book of Five Rings has only grown in relevance as demands on executives have intensified.
    — Julian Hayes II, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
  • The Sun in your 7th House of Relationships opposes Pluto in your sign, intensifying the push-pull between your needs and someone else’s expectations.
    — Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 July 2026
Definition of intensify
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  • Andrew Reiter, founder of Shield AI, advocates for autonomous drones to enhance military safety by replacing soldiers in dangerous reconnaissance.
    — John Werner, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • The chilliest option on this list, ice diving at Ultima Hotel Courchevel is a thrilling, health-boosting, and mood-enhancing water experience.
    — Rana Good, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of enhance
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  • The threat expanded on the Yemeni militant group’s call Monday to close off the Bab el-Mandeb Strait to Saudi ships, heightening the risk for vessels passing through the channel.
    — Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 21 July 2026
  • These concerns have been heightened by last week’s debut of Kimi K3, an advanced open-source AI model from Chinese AI startup Moonshot.
    — Emily Forlini, Fortune, 20 July 2026
Definition of heighten
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  • Later on Friday, Infantino said the plan was to strengthen such bodies, not divide world soccer.
    — Dennis Romero, NBC news, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Open-weight models have strengthened the buyer’s bargaining position.
    — Gerui Wang, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of strengthen

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