This is the 12312th most frequent German word.
verschärfung
"Verschärfung" means "intensification" or "aggravation" in English.
Here, 'Verschärfung' denotes the action of making legal conditions stricter.
Die Regierung diskutierte die Verschärfung der Gesetzeslage.
The government discussed the tightening of the legal situation.
In this case, 'Verschärfung' refers to the enhancement or intensification of security procedures.
Die Verschärfung der Sicherheitsmaßnahmen zeigt ihre Wirkung.
The tightening of security measures is showing its effect.
Here, 'Verschärfung' is used to describe the worsening or escalation of social tensions.