heightening
|height-en-ing|
B2
/ˈhaɪtənɪŋ/
(heighten)
increase intensity
Etymology
Etymology Information
'heighten' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'heighte,' where 'heigh' meant 'high.'
Historical Evolution
'heighte' transformed into the modern English word 'heighten' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make high or higher,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'heighten'.
The tension in the room was heightening as the debate continued.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40