amplifier Meaning & Definition
/ˈæm.plə.faɪ.ə/
What Does Amplifier Mean?
Amplifier is used as a noun meaning Anything that amplifies, or makes something larger or more intense. It is also used to mean An adverb that adds intensity, such as "really" or "totally".
Amplifier: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈæm.plə.faɪ.ə// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Plural | amplifiers |
Amplifier Definition (Noun)
- Anything that amplifies, or makes something larger or more intense.
- An adverb that adds intensity, such as "really" or "totally".
- An appliance or circuit that increases the strength of a weak electrical signal without changing the other characteristics of the signal.
- A portable encasement that houses a large speaker, used to amplify voices and musical instruments at live performances.
- A lens that enlarges the field of vision.
Synonyms of Amplifier
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Amplifier synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Amplifier
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Amplifier in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
amplifier (plural amplifiers)
Words That Rhyme With Amplifier
Origin of Amplifier
From amplify + -er.
Pronouncing Amplifier
Amplifier is pronounced //ˈæm.plə.faɪ.ə// and has 1 syllable.