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MAGNIFYING

(verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Magnifying.

Magnifying - as a verb

Increase in size, volume or significance

Example: "Her terror was magnified in her mind"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
amplify17

To enlarge beyond bounds or the truth

Example: "Tended to romanticize and exaggerate this `gracious old south' imagery"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
amplify17exaggerate19hyperbolise21hyperbolize30overdraw15overstate12
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
misinform16mislead10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Make large

Example: "Blow up an image"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blow upenlarge8

Example Sentences

"She used a magnifying glass to read the tiny print."
"The magnifying lens on the microscope allowed for a closer examination of the specimen."
"The magnifying mirror on her vanity helped her apply makeup with precision."
"The detective used a magnifying tool to analyze the fingerprints on the evidence."
"The surgeon used a magnifying headset to perform delicate eye surgery."
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Word Game Points

Is MAGNIFYING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, magnifying is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

MAGNIFYING has a SCRABBLE points total of 20.

Is MAGNIFYING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, magnifying is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
MAGNIFYING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.

Is MAGNIFYING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, magnifying is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
MAGNIFYING has a WORDFEUD points total of 22.

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