Definition of amplify:
- To become larger.
- To enlarge by addition or discussion; to treat copiously by adding particulars, illustrations, etc.; to expand; to make much of.
- To render larger, more extended, or more intense, and the like; - used especially of telescopes, microscopes, etc.
- To speak largely or copiously; to be diffuse in argument or description; to dilate; to expatiate; - often with on or upon.
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- expand (part of speech: verb)
- increase (part of speech: verb)
- "The Art of Public Speaking", Dale Carnagey (AKA Dale Carnegie) and J. Berg Esenwein.
- "Invaders from the Infinite", John Wood Campbell.
- "The Radio Amateur's Hand Book", A. Frederick Collins.