intensification

Definitions

The act or process of making something stronger, more extreme, or more concentrated.

An increase in the degree, amount, or intensity of a condition or activity.

Examples

The intensification of the storm caused significant damage to the coastal infrastructure.

There has been a noticeable intensification of efforts to address climate change across the globe.

Synonyms

escalation amplification heightening strengthening augmentation acceleration magnification

Antonyms

reduction diminution weakening de-escalation attenuation abatement lessening