as in increased
being at a higher level than average
there were heightened levels of lead in the drinking water
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as in intensified
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
several controversial measures have heightened parental awareness of the impact of school policy decisions
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as in lifted
to move from a lower to a higher place or position
heightened the hem on her skirt just a couple of inches
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Recent Examples of heightened
Tristan Lavalette, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
My attention here will be to focus on a clever technique that garners heightened AI alignment for the o3 model.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Any unease was heightened by the crowd remarking on a blaze that appeared to only march forward.
—Corina Knoll, New York Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Existing norms of deterrence still operate, even if they are being tested, and so direct, large-scale military conflict between major adversarial states is unlikely, although the risks are heightened.
—Shane Croucher, Newsweek, 7 Dec. 2024
The amount of improvement and deepening of their craft as performers is really heightened during that time.
—Nicole Cobler, Axios, 6 Dec. 2024
Focus on domestic defense Germany’s concerns about homeland defense have heightened since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 27 Nov. 2024
Tensions heightened last weekend as the countries' leaders worked to negotiate a ceasefire deal.
—Jordana Miller, ABC News, 26 Nov. 2024
If ratified by all parties, the agreement would be a significant step toward resolving the Israel-Hezbollah war, which has heightened tensions in the area and prompted concerns about a larger battle between Israel and Hezbollah's benefactor, Iran.
—Amanda Castro, Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2024
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Not knowing which country the event's most important matches will be played underlines cricket being handcuffed to the whims of money-spinner India, whose power might be heightened by the ascension of former boss Jay Shah running the sport's affairs globally.
—Tristan Lavalette, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
My attention here will be to focus on a clever technique that garners heightened AI alignment for the o3 model.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Any unease was heightened by the crowd remarking on a blaze that appeared to only march forward.
—Corina Knoll, New York Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Existing norms of deterrence still operate, even if they are being tested, and so direct, large-scale military conflict between major adversarial states is unlikely, although the risks are heightened.
—Shane Croucher, Newsweek, 7 Dec. 2024
The amount of improvement and deepening of their craft as performers is really heightened during that time.
—Nicole Cobler, Axios, 6 Dec. 2024
Focus on domestic defense Germany’s concerns about homeland defense have heightened since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 27 Nov. 2024
Tensions heightened last weekend as the countries' leaders worked to negotiate a ceasefire deal.
—Jordana Miller, ABC News, 26 Nov. 2024
If ratified by all parties, the agreement would be a significant step toward resolving the Israel-Hezbollah war, which has heightened tensions in the area and prompted concerns about a larger battle between Israel and Hezbollah's benefactor, Iran.
—Amanda Castro, Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for heightened
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Not only due to the increased and amazing visual fidelity on display, which makes a huge difference towards the end of the film, but also all the extras and trinkets this set comes with.Ollie Barder, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024
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Here's everything to know about SpaceX's Starship plans and what increased testing may mean: A year in space exploration:From Starship tests to Starliner woes, recapping biggest missions of 2024 When is the next Starship test?Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 28 Dec. 2024
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Federal and state officials said the new operating rules for the Central Valley Project and the State Water Project that were developed over the last three years will bring greater stability to the state’s supplies in the face of worsening droughts intensified by climate change.Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
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Israel also intensified its targeting of Iranian assets in Syria.Hamidreza Azizi, Foreign Affairs, 23 Dec. 2024
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An hour later, American said flights were again beginning to board and the FAA lifted the nationwide ground stop.David Brennan, ABC News, 24 Dec. 2024
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And the lamb, which knew what weeping meant, lifted itself from the hay.Karen Zautyk, New York Daily News, 24 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile, his wife, The Substance’s Qualley, 30, looked elevated and sleek in a maroon coat and black tights.Bailey Richards, People.com, 28 Dec. 2024
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And live entertainment takes center stage on an elevated platform, without drawing away from the food or the design.Tori Latham, Robb Report, 27 Dec. 2024
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This delivered incredible accessibility, flexibility and efficiency, but also deepened the digital divide for those without technology access, blurred work-life boundaries and fueled loneliness.Ann Kowal Smith, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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While the stock market has been in a rut for more than a week, Wall Street’s woes deepened Wednesday after the Fed released economic projections that showed signs of slipping progress in the fight against inflation.Sylvan Lane, The Hill, 18 Dec. 2024
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Storks, raised in Rossiten, Prussia would have propaganda leaflets affixed to their legs.Scott Travers, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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With an elevated head and raised tail, the tiger has intricate cast patterns depicting its fur, and may have functioned as a drinking vessel or container.Jane Levere, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Federal regulators predict strong economic growth and a more robust job market in 2025, along with higher inflation.Daniel de Visé, USA TODAY, 19 Dec. 2024
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League sources say the Nuggets would like to add one more player who is able to do that at a high level.Sam Amick, The Athletic, 18 Dec. 2024
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Interactive events and networking opportunities also enhanced the experience.Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 23 Dec. 2024
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Their power has been further enhanced by traditional loyalty from students and their families, as well as the value of social networks and intergenerational connections enjoyed by alumni after graduation.Bryan Penprase, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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“Heightened.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heightened. Accessed 4 Jan. 2025.
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