heighten
/ˈhaɪtən/
verb
- To increase or make something greater in degree, intensity, or effect.
- The loud music only served to heighten the tension in the room.
- The security measures were heightened after the threat was reported.
- Adding more spices will heighten the flavor of the soup.
- To make something physically higher or raise it up.
- They decided to heighten the fence to keep the deer out of the garden.
- The architect proposed to heighten the ceiling to let in more light.
- We need to heighten the platform so the speaker can be seen better.