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Meaning of the word magnify in English

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magnify

US /ˈmæɡ.nə.faɪ/
UK /ˈmæɡ.nə.faɪ/
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Verb

1.

make (something) appear larger than it is, especially with a lens or microscope

Example:
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The microscope can magnify objects up to 1000 times.
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Use a magnifying glass to magnify the small print.
Synonym:
enlargeexpandamplifyboostincrease
2.

make (something) seem more important, significant, or extreme than it actually is

Example:
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He tends to magnify his problems.
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The media often magnifies minor incidents.
Synonym:
exaggerateoverstateoveremphasizeamplifyheightenintensifydramatizeinflateblow up
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magnifying glass