Definitions and Examples of more, greater, increased
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
A larger or additional amount or degree.
Example
She needs more time to finish her project.
Larger in size, amount, or intensity.
Example
The company's profits were greater this year than last year.
Becoming greater in size, amount, or degree.
Example
The demand for the product has increased significantly in the past few months.
Key Differences: more vs greater vs increased
- 1More is a general term that describes a larger or additional amount or degree.
- 2Greater is a more specific term that describes a larger size, amount, or intensity.
- 3Increased is a relational term that describes a change from a lower to a higher quantity or degree.
Effective Usage of more, greater, increased
- 1Quantify Comparison: Use less and its antonyms to compare quantities or degrees.
- 2Express Preferences: Use more and less to express preferences or choices.
- 3Analyze Data: Use greater and increased to analyze data and trends.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of less are more, greater, and increased. These words convey the opposite meaning of less, indicating a higher quantity or degree. Use these words to quantify comparison, express preferences, and analyze data and trends.
