Heighten

Synonyms of heighten

• elevate
• increase
• amplify

Antonyms of heighten

• decrease
• diminish
• lower

Collocations of heighten

awareness

Frequency: 70 %

The campaign aimed to heighten awareness of the issue.

intensity

Frequency: 65 %

The music gradually heightened in intensity as the scene unfolded.

tension

Frequency: 60 %

The argument only served to heighten the tension between them.

anxiety

Frequency: 50 %

The uncertainty of the situation only served to heighten her anxiety.

senses

Frequency: 45 %

The smell of fresh flowers helped to heighten her senses.

Idiomatic Expressions for heighten

• Phrase: heighten tensions
  Meaning: to increase conflict or unease between individuals or groups
  Usage: The political disagreement only served to heighten tensions between the two parties.