How to Pronounce Heightened

To pronounce "heightened", say HEIGHT-en-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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10

Letters

HEIGHT-en-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “heightened”

"heightened" has 3 syllables: height-en-ed. It rhymes with enlightened and frightened, if that helps it stick.

What does heightened mean?

verb

  1. To make high; to raise higher; to elevate.
  2. To advance, increase, augment, make larger, more intense, stronger etc.

    “to heighten a flavor or a tint”

adjective

  1. Increased in intensity or concentration; elevated, stepped-up

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Words that rhyme with heightened

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enlightenedfrightenedbrightenedunenlightenedtightenedwhitenedlightened

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "heightened"?▾

"Heightened" has 3 syllables: height · en · ed.

What does "heightened" mean?▾

Heightened: To make high; to raise higher; to elevate.

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