heighten

动词

1. 1

   加强、提高、增强

   The dim lighting heightened the sense of mystery in the room.

   昏暗的灯光加强了房间里的神秘感。

2. 2

   加剧、升高

   Tensions heightened after the two sides broke off talks.

   双方谈判破裂后，紧张情势随之升高。

3. 3

   加高、增高

   They plan to heighten the wall by another two meters.

   他们打算把那道墙再加高两公尺。