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Definition rise in American English

rise noun

noun
/raɪz/

▪ dramatic, rapid, sharp, significant, spectacular, steep, substantial, sudden

1

an increase in size, amount, quality, or strength

Example

the threat of a sudden rise in oil prices

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Experts predict a sharp rise in unemployment.

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The proposed tax rise was not unexpected.

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Traders make money by speculating on the rise and fall of share prices.

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Serious crime is once again on the rise.

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uptick increase growth
1.1

a raise in pay

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wage salary pay
2

an increase in the power or influence of someone or something

Example

the rise of militant nationalism in Europe

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His rise to prominence was aided by his family connections.

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The book charts Davis' rise to fame.

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Her rapid rise to the top is well deserved.

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The series covers the rise and fall of the Third Reich.

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her meteoric rise from office clerk to CEO

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oligopoly superpower heft
Example

He stood backstage, nervously waiting for the rise of the curtain.

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She could see the rise and fall of his chest as he breathed.

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ascension heave rise
3.1

a piece of land that slopes upward

Example

He saw a car coming over the top of the rise.

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ascent bluff butte
Definition rise in American English

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