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Definition heighten in British 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.

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Definition heighten in British English