C1nounformaltechnologysciencemedia
US/ˌæm.plə.fəˈkeɪ.ʃən/
UK/ˌæm.plɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/
the process of making a sound louder or a signal stronger; also adding details to explain something
In context
Without electric amplification, the guitar was too quiet for the hall.
Social media can cause a dangerous amplification of false news.
The point is clear and needs no further amplification.
Words that go with amplification
noun + noun
- sound amplificationmaking sounds louder using equipmentThe hall has a good sound amplification system.
- signal amplificationmaking an electronic signal strongerSignal amplification improves phone reception in tunnels.
adjective + noun
- further amplificationmore explanation or detail on a pointThe statement is clear and needs no further amplification.
noun + preposition
- amplification ofthe act of making something strongerThe amplification of the signal improved the sound quality.