magnifying

verb

1. 1

   To praise, glorify (someone or something, especially God).

2. 2

   To make (something) larger or more important.

3. 3

   To make (someone or something) appear greater or more important than it is; to intensify, exaggerate.

4. 4

   To make (something) appear larger by means of a lens, magnifying glass, telescope etc.

5. 5

   To have effect; to be of importance or significance.