This is the 2869th most frequent German word.
verschärft
"Verschärft" means "intensified" or "aggravated."
The word 'verschärft' is used here in its literal sense, describing an increase in stringency or severity, specifically of safety measures.
Die neuen Regeln haben die Sicherheitsbedingungen verschärft.
The new rules have tightened the safety conditions.
Here, 'verschärft' describes the escalation or sharpening of a discussion, highlighting an increase in intensity or focus.
Die Debatte um Umweltpolitik wurde durch die jüngsten Ereignisse verschärft.
The debate on environmental policy was intensified by the recent events.
In this sentence, 'verschärfte' is used as an adjective to denote the heightened level of competition, illustrating its impact on the behavior of market entities.