Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˌdɛn.sɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/
KK: /dɛnˌsɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
Definition
The process of making something thicker or more concentrated.
Example
The densification of the material improved its strength and durability.
Conversation

Have you heard about the new project on urban densification?

Yeah, it's supposed to help with housing shortages in the city.

Exactly! I think densification could really change our neighborhoods for the better.

I agree, but we need to make sure it doesn't affect the local community too much.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
compression
consolidation
thickening
Antonyms
expansion
dilution
spreading
Root Explanation
Densification → It is formed from "dens" (from Latin "densus", meaning thick or dense) and "-ification" (from Latin "-ificare", meaning to make or to cause). The word "densification" refers to the process of making something denser or thicker.
Memory Tip
Think of making something 'thicker' or 'denser' — 'dens' means thick, and '-ification' means the process of making.
Visually Confused Words
dentification
deification
identification
deossification
degasification
entification
latensification
intensification