Increase

/ˈɪn.kriːs/

Meaning & Definition

noun

an instance of growing or becoming larger.

There was a significant increase in sales during the holiday season.

the amount or degree by which something is increased.

The increase in temperature was noticeable after the heater was turned on.

verb

to become or make greater in size, amount, intensity, or degree.

The company plans to increase production to meet the growing demand.

to add to or enhance.

They decided to increase their investment in renewable energy sources.

Middle English, from Latin 'increasere', meaning 'to grow in size'.

rate of increase

The speed at which something increases over a period of time.

increase the stakes

To raise the level of risk or consequence in a situation.

increase one's chances

To enhance the likelihood of a particular outcome.

growth

The process of increasing in physical size, amount, or quality.

raise

To lift or move to a higher position or level.

escalation

An increase in intensity or seriousness.

Pump up

We need to pump up our efforts to make this event successful.

Step up

It's time to step up and increase our productivity.