激化 (jī huà): Intensify / radicalize (Verb) — Meaning & Stroke Order

Their argument intensified.

If this problem is not resolved, it may intensify the conflict.

He tried to mediate, but did not intensify the tension between the two parties.

The persistent shortage of resources has continued to intensify the competitive situation between regions.

The economic crisis intensified social inequality.

Don't let this trivial matter intensify the differences between us.