MAGNIFYING Synonyms: 155 Similar and Opposite Words

magnifying

verb

present participle of magnify

as in exaggerating

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 elevating

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 intensifying

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 praising

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 magnifying One of the telescope’s magnifying lenses focused on the Sun, and the intense rays started a fire. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 18 Aug. 2026 But the order will leave its mark by magnifying the confusion many parents already face in making decisions about their children’s immunizations. — Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 12 Aug. 2026 Don’t assume eclipse glasses over a magnifying optic will do the trick — concentrated sunlight can damage the filter and seriously injure your eyes. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 11 Aug. 2026 When spans of control expand without a corresponding investment in manager capability, organizations risk magnifying existing weaknesses, leading to less coaching, less clarity and less career support for employees. — Doug Dennerline, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026 That adds an extra level of risk into the market—traders forced to cover their losing bets may end up selling other stocks to raise cash, thus magnifying selling pressure in the markets. — Jim Edwards, Fortune, 1 July 2026 Analysts say Ukraine's efforts to eliminate Russian air defense are magnifying the strikes' impact. — Aidan Stretch, CBS News, 29 June 2026 Red is immediately abducted, cut open in an ambulance, and injected with pain-magnifying drugs by his torturers, while Liz accidentally murders the mysterious man surveilling her next door. — Ew Staff, Entertainment Weekly, 25 June 2026 The gravitational lensing effect of a galaxy between MRG-M0138 and Earth refocused the light from that distant galaxy, magnifying it by 30 times, allowing Ellis and colleagues to intricately reconstruct the internal details of MRG-M0138. — Robert Lea, Space.com, 8 June 2026

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The financial affiliations have prompted speculation, especially through strands of the Iranian diaspora, who accuse some of its journalists of exaggerating the level of support for figures in the opposition and of advocating for war.

— Cora Engelbrecht, New Yorker, 24 Aug. 2026
Thomas cautioned against exaggerating the power of AI agents, however.

— Reuters, NBC news, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of exaggerating

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Huge challenges remain, however, with European companies facing intensifying competition from China.

— Prashant Rao, semafor.com, 25 Aug. 2026
Emergency services have been battling wildfires driven by an intensifying El Nino pattern and a prolonged dry season, generating dense smoke that crossed into Malaysia and Brunei, according to the National Disaster Management Agency.

— Muhammad Hatta, Los Angeles Times, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of intensifying

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While praising Green’s composure, accuracy, consistency and feel, Westlake coach Rick Clausen also singled out the offensive line.

— Joel Beers, Los Angeles Times, 29 Aug. 2026
Yiannopoulos also continued to have his eye on national politics, working on the 2024 presidential campaign of Ye, the rapper formerly known as Kanye West, who fell from grace after praising Adolf Hitler and making a series of antisemitic comments.

— Eduardo Cuevas, CNN Money, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of praising

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The monthly books are chosen by a committee through the Dollywood Foundation with the goal of enhancing early childhood education.

— Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026
The organization works to champion aspiring and established storytellers by providing events and services, enhancing public awareness and participation and encouraging community partnerships.

— Isabelle Farina, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of enhancing

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Center City Partners is a nonprofit focused on promoting the economic and social growth of Charlotte’s core, which includes uptown, midtown and South End.

— Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 28 Aug. 2026
For Pope, the rally is about finding community alongside promoting voting rights.

— Matt Brown, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of promoting

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Apart from deepening its presence in existing markets, IHH is also considering expanding into adjacent countries, though Prem admits that no concrete plans have yet been made.

— Angelica Ang, Fortune, 26 Aug. 2026
Beyond brands and filmmakers, InnoAsia is deepening ties with technology firms and international markets.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of deepening

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According to Hollywood insider Rob Shuter, a public tribute celebrating Parton’s remarkable life and career is reportedly in the works—and Swift may be involved.

— Allison DeGrushe, StyleCaster, 26 Aug. 2026
Glenn Pysher, known to his family and friends as Bubba, spent Saturday night celebrating with friends at a local bar in Upper Pottsgrove, Pennsylvania.

— Tom Hanson, CBS News, 26 Aug. 2026

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