adjective
- made to appear larger than actual size, especially through the use of a lens or optical instrument
- made to seem more important, serious, or significant than it actually is
Examples
- The bacteria appeared clearly visible under the magnified view of the microscope.
- Through the magnifying glass, the tiny print became magnified and readable.
- The telescope provided a magnified image of the distant planet.
- Her fears seemed magnified in the darkness of the room.
- The media coverage magnified the importance of the minor incident.
- Under magnified examination, the diamond’s flaws became apparent.