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Definition heighten in American English

heighten verb

[intransitive/transitive] verb
/ˈhaɪt(ə)n/
1

if something heightens a feeling or emotion, or if a feeling or emotion heightens, it becomes stronger

Example

An educational effort to heighten awareness about global warming is currently underway.

Synonyms and related words
color come over sweep over
Definition heighten in American English