Meaning & Definition
verb
The present participle of increase; to make or become greater in size, amount, or degree.
The company is increasing its workforce to meet higher demand.
The act of enlarging or augmenting.
Increasing the budget for education is essential for community growth.
adjective
Becoming greater in size, amount, or degree.
The increasing popularity of the streaming service has led to higher subscription rates.
Growing or tending to grow.
She noticed an increasing trend in the number of visitors to her blog.
On the rise or in an upward movement.
The increasing cost of living has become a concern for many families.
Etymology
Middle English, from the verb 'increasen', from Latin 'increasere' meaning 'to grow in size or number'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
increasingly associated:
becoming more and more connected or linked.
increasing returns:
a situation in economics where an increase in the input results in a greater increase in output.
increasing degree:
a measurement of upward change or enhancement.
Slang Meanings
Amped up
That project has really amped up interest in the company.
On the rise
Sales are on the rise lately.