1. To increase or intensify feelings of anxiety, worry, or fear; to make apprehension stronger or more pronounced
The news reports continued to amplify apprehension among the residents about the upcoming storm.
Os relatórios de notícias continuaram a amplificar a apreensão entre os moradores sobre a tempestade próxima.
2. To enhance or magnify concerns or doubts about a situation
Social media tends to amplify apprehension during times of crisis.
As mídias sociais tendem a amplificar a apreensão durante momentos de crise.