deepen

The word “deepen” has 2 syllables: deep-en

It's pronounced as /ˈdipən/

What is synonym and antonym for deepen?

In the thesaurus, “deepen” has 32 synonyms and 15 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for deepen along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for deepen

accelerate
accentuate
aggravate
amplify
augment
boost
broaden
consolidate
emphasize
enforce
enhance
enlarge
enliven
exacerbate
expand
extend
hasten
heighten
intensify
lengthen
magnify
maximize
quicken
redouble
reenforce
reinforce
restrengthen
sharpen
step up
strengthen
stress
supplement

Antonyms for deepen

abate
alleviate
decrease
diminish
dwindle
ease
lessen
lighten
moderate
recede
reduce
subdue
subside
wane
weaken

Meanings of deepen

verb
1. To make deep or deeper.
2. To make darker or more intense; to darken.
3. To make more poignant or affecting; to increase in degree.
4. To make lower in tone.
5. To make more thorough or extensive.
6. To make more intimate.
7. To make more sound or heavy.
8. To become deeper.
9. To become darker or more intense.
10. To become lower in tone.
11. To become more thorough or extensive.
12. To become more intimate.
13. To become more sound or heavy.

Example Sentences

The conversation helped deepen their understanding of each other.
Heavy rain will deepen the river and cause flooding.
Reading regularly can deepen your knowledge on many subjects.
His experiences abroad helped deepen his appreciation for different cultures.
The crisis seemed to deepen the divide between the two groups.

On this page you'll find 47 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to deepen, such as: abate, accelerate, accentuate, aggravate, alleviate, amplify, augment.

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