Rise

/raɪz/

Meaning & Definition

noun

an upward movement; an increase.

The rise in temperature has been significant this week.

an increase in level or quantity.

There has been a rise in attendance at the concert this year.

a slope or elevation.

The hikers struggled to ascend the steep rise on the trail.

verb

to move from a lower position to a higher one; to ascend.

The sun will rise at 6:30 AM tomorrow.

to increase in amount, value, or level.

The price of oil continues to rise due to global demand.

to get up from a lying or sitting position.

She decided to rise early to go for a morning run.

Old English 'rīsan', meaning 'to get up, arise'.

rise and shine

A cheerful way to wake someone up.

rise to the occasion

To perform well in a challenging situation.

rise above

To overcome difficulties or setbacks.

uprising

An act of revolt or rebellion.

ascent

The act of rising or climbing.

elevation

The height of a place above a reference point.

To become successful or wealthy.

He really rose in the world after that deal.

To get excited or energetic about something.

The crowd started to rise as the concert began.