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Rise - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Rise means to move upward or increase in level, position, or value. It can describe the sun coming up, a person standing, or prices growing higher. Example: The balloon will rise into the sky.

rise

/raɪz/ /raɪz/

Definition:

To move upward, increase, or become more prominent.

Synonyms:

ascend, climb, surge, mount, soar

Part of Speech:

verb, noun

Antonyms:

fall, descend

Common Collocations:

rise early, rise steadily, rise to power, rise in price

Derivatives:

riser, rising

Usage Tips:

Use "rise" for upward movement or increase; avoid confusion with "raise," which requires an object.

Common Phrases:

rise and shine, give rise to, on the rise

Etymology:

From Old English *rīsan*, meaning "to get up" or "ascend."

Examples:

  • 1. The sun will rise at 6 AM tomorrow.
  • 2. Prices tend to rise during inflation.
  • 3. She watched the balloon rise into the sky.
  • 4. His hard work helped him rise quickly in the company.

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