Synonyms for

Amp

Verb / æmp / Another word for amp — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A device used to increase the amplitude of an electric current.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

amplify augment increase magnify

Informal

crank up turn up boost juice up

Literary

swell heighten

Antonyms

reduce decrease lessen diminish weaken lower

Common collocations

  • amp up the volume
  • amp up the intensity
  • amp up the energy
  • amp up the excitement
  • amp up the sound
  • amp up the performance

Word family

verb amp

Usage note

Primarily used informally as a verb meaning to increase or intensify. It is often used with 'up' to form a phrasal verb.

Example sentences

  1. I need an amp to make my guitar louder.
  2. The amp made the music sound better.
  3. He turned up the amp to 11.
  4. The concert was so loud, it blew the amp.
  5. The DJ brought his own amp to the party.

Quotes

  • I love the sound of an amp that's just cooking.
  • The amp is the heart of any good music setup.
  • A good amp can make a bad guitar sound great.

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