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deepen

[dee-puhn] / ˈdi pən /
VERB
make depth greater
Synonyms
STRONGEST
expand
STRONG
dig dredge excavate extend hollow
WEAK
dig out scoop out scrape out
Antonyms
STRONG
fill
WEAK
lighten pale quieten soften
VERB
make more intense
Synonyms
STRONGEST
aggravate develop enhance expand heighten increase intensify redouble reinforce strengthen
STRONG
extend grow magnify mount rise rouse
WEAK
intensate
Antonyms
STRONGEST
decrease lessen lower soothe subtract weaken
STRONG
decline diminish drop fall slump
WEAK
fill lighten pale quieten soften

Example Sentences

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Concerns remain that the energy crisis may deepen despite a conditional two-week ceasefire signed last Wednesday that included opening the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route for global oil and gas supplies.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

Botswana has signed energy and mining exploration agreements with Oman as it seeks to deepen economic ties with the sultanate, the presidency said.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

They deepen the egg flavor, add silk without leaning on excess mayonnaise, and create natural body and richness.

From Salon • Apr. 14, 2026

That “weird, wonderful alchemy” will only deepen with audiences’ interpretations of the show, the actor added.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

I mix a little russet brown in to deepen the color and add several undertones.

From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton