intensification
Translation
intensification, strengthening, escalation
Examples
We saw an intensification of the conflict.
We saw an intensification of the conflict.
Grammar Patterns
intensification of ((sth.)) the intensification of something The policy led to an intensification of trade.
Similar Words
Synonyms: strengthening, escalation, deepening; Antonyms: reduction, weakening, de-escalation
Etymology
From the verb 'intensify' plus the noun-forming suffix '-cation'. 'Intensify' comes from 'intense' + '-ify' (to make).
Memory Tips
This is the 'action' or process (-cation) of making something more 'intense'.