DEEPEN Synonyms: 54 Similar and Opposite Words

deepen

verb

ˈdē-pən

Definition of deepen

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 The threats came amid rampant speculation and scrutiny of the investigation, deepened in part by uncertainty surrounding Wells’ final hours, distrust of law enforcement and the state’s long history of racist violence. — Josh Kelety, Chicago Tribune, 6 Aug. 2026 The United States and Israel launched an unnecessary campaign that has violated international law, killed at least 1,700 Iranian civilians (including 307 children), caused widespread damage to civilian infrastructure, and deepened regional turmoil. — Michael Fuchs, Foreign Affairs, 6 Aug. 2026 Dismissing them may deepen the alienation that allowed the death of a father of two to become a joke. — Evan Clarkson, The Conversation, 6 Aug. 2026 Peter Jurasik and Andreas Katsulas played Centauri and Narn ambassadors whose rivalry deepened, slowly and movingly, into something like friendship. — Jp Mangalindan, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for deepen

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The end of the men’s World Cup and subsequent drama at FIFA (that keeps getting messier) have only intensified that feeling this year.

— Emily Olsen, New York Times, 11 Aug. 2026
The government has intensified firefighting efforts across Sumatra and Borneo islands, deploying more than 35 aircraft including water-bombing helicopters and patrol airplanes.

— ABC News, ABC News, 11 Aug. 2026

Definition of intensify

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Finally, the weather forecast is warm in Philadelphia, with the wind slightly blowing out to right field, further enhancing the chances of Schwarber and Harper hitting home runs.

— Josh Shepardson, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2026
Hypersonic launch capabilities enhance the new Virginia class further, analysts said, noting that testing of a hypersonic glide vehicle is well underway.

— Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026

Definition of enhance

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Ultimately, leveraging salary transparency allows for informed decisions, guiding learning and strengthening professional value for future opportunities.

— Sho Dewan, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2026
These same advantages have strengthened Washington’s ability to shape global legal norms.

— Mark Jia, Foreign Affairs, 7 Aug. 2026

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