Amplification

/ˌæmplɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

Meaning & Definition

noun
The action of amplifying something, increasing its volume, intensity, or significance.
The amplification of their voices was necessary to reach the large audience.
A statement or series of statements that elaborate on a point or idea.
The researcher provided amplification of her findings to clarify their importance.
The process of expanding or elaborating on an idea.
The amplification of the initial concept led to a more comprehensive presentation.
In genetics, the process of making copies of a specific DNA sequence.
Amplification of the DNA sample was crucial for the successful outcome of the experiment.

Etymology

From Latin 'amplificatio', from 'amplificare' meaning 'to enlarge' or 'to increase'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

signal amplification:
The process of increasing the strength of a signal.
amplification factor:
A ratio representing how much a signal is amplified.
biological amplification:
An increase in the concentration of a substance in a biological context.

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Slang Meanings

To hype something up.
They really amplified the event to get more attendees.
To exaggerate details.
She amplified the story to make it sound more dramatic.