CEFR B2

deepen

verb

Meaning

To make or become more profound, intense, or extensive.

Examples

The artist used darker shades to deepen the shadows in the painting, creating a dramatic effect.
Their friendship began to deepen after they shared a challenging experience together.

Synonyms: intensify, strengthen, aggravate, exacerbate

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deepen (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈdiːpən/

Definition

To make or become more profound, intense, or extensive.

Examples

The artist used darker shades to deepen the shadows in the painting, creating a dramatic effect.
Their friendship began to deepen after they shared a challenging experience together.
The economic crisis is expected to deepen if no immediate action is taken by the government.

How to Use deepen

deepen into (prepositional phrase): To transition into a more intense or serious state. — "The casual conversation soon began to deepen into a serious discussion about their future."
deepen by (prepositional phrase): To increase in depth or intensity by a certain amount or factor. — "The river will deepen by several feet after the heavy rainfall."

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