Meaning & Definition
verb
Past participle of rise, meaning to have moved upward or to have increased in level or amount.
The sun has risen, illuminating the landscape with its golden light.
To have ascended in rank or status.
She has risen to the position of CEO after years of hard work.
To have become more intense or stronger.
The tension in the room has risen significantly since the announcement.
To have increased in value or price.
The stock prices have risen sharply in the last quarter.
To have come back to life or to be resurrected.
According to the legend, the hero has risen from the ashes to fight again.
Etymology
From Old English 'risan', meaning 'to rise, to move upward'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
risen from the ashes:
To recover after a failure or setback, much like a phoenix.
Slang Meanings
To become successful or prominent.
After his big break, he really has risen in the music scene.
To overcome challenges and improve one's situation.
She's risen above her struggles and is doing great now.