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intensifiers

[ɪnˈtɛnsɪfaɪərz]
nounpl: intensifiers
intensificadores
1. Words or phrases that increase the strength, effect, or emphasis of another word or expression
Words like 'very', 'extremely', and 'absolutely' are common intensifiers in English.
Palavras como 'muito', 'extremamente' e 'absolutamente' são intensificadores comuns em português.
2. Substances or agents that increase the intensity of a chemical reaction or process
Chemical intensifiers were added to strengthen the solution.
Intensificadores químicos foram adicionados para fortalecer a solução.
3. In grammar, adverbs or modifiers that amplify or strengthen the meaning of adjectives or other adverbs
In the phrase 'incredibly beautiful', 'incredibly' is an intensifier.
Na frase 'incrivelmente bonito', 'incrivelmente' é um intensificador.
Synonyms
amplifiersemphasizersstrengthenersmodifiers
Antonyms
weakenersdiminishersreducers

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
intensificadores
Standard term used in grammar and linguistics
Portugal
intensificadores
Standard term, also used in European Portuguese grammar contexts
São Paulo
intensificadores
Common in academic and technical contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

amplify the message
strengthen the emphasis
boost the effect
enhance the meaning
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