Magnify

Pronunciation: /ˈmæɡnəˌfaɪ/

Definitions of magnify

verb to make something appear larger, more important, or more impressive

Example Sentences

A1 She used a magnifying glass to look at the tiny bug.

A2 The scientist magnified the image to see the details more clearly.

B1 The telescope can magnify distant objects, making them appear closer.

B2 The microscope magnified the specimen, revealing intricate patterns.

C1 The artist magnified the small details in the painting to create a more realistic effect.

C2 The lens in the camera can magnify the image up to 10 times its original size.

Examples of magnify in a Sentence

formal The microscope is used to magnify small objects for closer examination.

informal Can you magnify this picture so I can see it better?

slang Dude, you need to magnify that text, I can't read it from here.

figurative Her presence in the room seemed to magnify the tension between the two friends.

Grammatical Forms of magnify

• past tense: magnified
• plural: magnifies
• comparative: more magnified
• superlative: most magnified
• present tense: magnifies
• future tense: will magnify
• perfect tense: has magnified
• continuous tense: is magnifying
• singular: magnify
• positive degree: magnify
• infinitive: to magnify
• gerund: magnifying
• participle: magnifying

Origin and Evolution of magnify

First Known Use: 0014 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'magnify' originated from the Latin word 'magnificare', which is derived from 'magnus' meaning great and 'facere' meaning to make.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the 14th century, 'magnify' meant to praise or glorify. Over time, its meaning evolved to also include the act of making something appear larger or more important.