🇨🇳Chinese Source WordCode: ZH

强化

Pronunciation / Transliteration: qiáng huà

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Intensification/ˌɪn.tɛn.sɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/
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🇨🇳 Example Sentence in Chinese:

"风暴的强化导致了严重的天气警告。"

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    The process of making something stronger or more intense.

    "The intensification of the storm led to severe weather warnings across the region."
  2. 2

    An increase in the degree or strength of a particular quality or condition.

    "The intensification of competition in the market has driven prices down."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'intensification' originates from the Latin word 'intensificare', which means 'to strengthen'. It evolved through Middle French before entering English in the late 19th century, reflecting a shift towards describing processes that increase strength or degree.

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