MAGNIFIES Synonyms: 155 Similar and Opposite Words

magnifies

verb

present tense third-person singular of magnify

as in exaggerates

to add to the interest of by including made-up details there's no need to magnify the events of your trip in order to make it seem impressive

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as in elevates

to assign a high status or value to his newfound fame as an actor has finally magnified him in the eyes of his perennially doubting family

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as in intensifies

to make markedly greater in measure or degree the movie's sound effects magnify every crash and boom in the action scenes

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as in celebrates

to proclaim the glory of imposing cathedrals that were built to magnify the Lord and to inspire awe in worshippers

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Recent Examples of magnifies Utilizing the lens of spiritual sense magnifies reality in our thought. — The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 31 Aug. 2026 The effort to rapidly sell it into diverse clinical settings with customizable financial incentives magnifies the difficulty of evaluating products that directly impact the cost and quality of health services received by millions of Americans. — Casey Ross, STAT, 12 Aug. 2026 Psychological Safety Improves Performance Emotional intelligence is important because hybrid, multigenerational work magnifies ambiguity. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026 When two stars align almost perfectly from Earth’s perspective, the gravity of the nearer one bends and magnifies the light from the more distant star, acting like a cosmic magnifying glass. — Sam MacDonald, Scientific American, 6 July 2026 Houston produced just two more base runners across the next five innings — which is a bigger issue than any bullpen decision, but still magnifies any that are made. — Chandler Rome, New York Times, 4 July 2026 Jupiter in Leo magnifies everything from your commitments, contractual agreements and collaborations, making this a promising year for love, business partnerships and mutually beneficial agreements. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 30 June 2026 Patrick Eddington, a senior fellow in homeland security and civil liberties at the Cato Institute, a libertarian think tank, says giving police this capability magnifies its potential problems. — Meg Anderson, NPR, 19 June 2026 Technology was partly to blame for creating an environment which magnifies prejudices and weakens critical thinking, Leo said. — Joshua McElwee, USA Today, 6 June 2026

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Armour points to two recent plays, one involving Chelsea Gray and another involving Kiah Stokes, as proof that Clark exaggerates contact and creates false narratives about opposing players.

— Dan Zaksheske OutKick, FOXNews.com, 23 July 2026
The best place to start is a sporting culture that exaggerates accomplishments and rewards capitalistic success before the sporting variety.

— Ian Nicholas Quillen, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

Definition of exaggerates

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The cold temperature and the snap of the hardened chocolate really elevates the whole experience.

— Francesca Krempa, Bon Appetit Magazine, 31 Aug. 2026
The fiber noticeably elevates hand feel, making denim smoother and softer against the skin, while adding a subtle sheen and surface richness that enhances the aesthetic.

— Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of elevates

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Over the coming years, NASA’s VIPER rover, the European Space Agency’s PROSPECT drilling package, and the Japan-India LUPEX rover are expected to arrive at the moon’s south pole, as the race to find water sources intensifies.

— Reuters, NBC news, 21 Aug. 2026
The challenge of proximity becomes more serious when a storm rapidly intensifies.

— Monica Sanders, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of intensifies

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In so doing it recodes the aesthetic flows the museum celebrates here as of course made visible by newly total conditions of capitalist flow.

— George Baker, Artforum, 1 Sep. 2026
By bringing together entrepreneurs, artisans, organizations, and residents, the event creates a vibrant marketplace that celebrates the unique character of Lake Barrington and the surrounding communities.

— Pioneer Press, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of celebrates

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Key Takeaways Eating three dates in the morning can support blood sugar and digestion throughout the day by providing fiber that slows the absorption of sugar and promotes regular bowel movements.

— Abby Norman, Verywell Health, 2 Sep. 2026
Living according to these rules holds up a divine standard for others to see and follow, which promotes harmony and order between people.

— The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of promotes

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Establishing and nurturing a robust professional relationship map—comprising sponsors, mentors, allies and followers—enhances professional impact and reputation, both critical to accessing new opportunities.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026
Packed with potent ingredients like isopropyl cloprostenate, amino acids, hyaluronic acid, and vitamin E, this formula nurtures and enhances your brows from the root.

— Iman Balagam, Vogue, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of enhances

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When Mother Nature blesses the area with heavy snow, tee up for a day of skiing at nearby Windham and Hunter mountains, post up with s’mores in front of the fire pits on the property, or unwind in its Finnish-style sauna.

— Lori Keong, Architectural Digest, 20 Aug. 2026
Venus conjunct Jupiter in Cancer blesses your 11th house of friends, community and long-term hopes, making collaboration warmer and all the more promising.

— Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 9 June 2026

Definition of blesses

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That reach has made the company an increasingly important link between farms and some of America's biggest food companies, and heightens the risk of food safety problems spreading.

— Brandon Gomez, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
Remember, Virgo wants facts, systems and practical solutions, while Pisces heightens our intuition, compassion and spirituality.

— Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 28 Aug. 2026

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