1. To make a gap, disparity, or margin larger or more pronounced between two things, quantities, or groups
The new policies will increase the difference between rich and poor.
As novas políticas vão aumentar a diferença entre ricos e pobres.
2. To widen the gap in a competition or contest
The team scored again to increase the difference to 10 points.
O time marcou novamente para aumentar a diferença para 10 pontos.