Definitions and Examples of rise, increase, ascend
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To move upward or increase in height, level, or quantity.
Example
The sun will rise in the east tomorrow morning.
To become or make greater in size, amount, intensity, or degree.
Example
The company plans to increase its profits by launching new products.
To move upward, climb, or go to a higher position or level.
Example
The hikers had to ascend a steep mountain to reach the summit.
Key Differences: rise vs increase vs ascend
- 1Rise is a general term that describes the movement upward or increase in height, level, or quantity.
- 2Increase is a more specific term that denotes becoming or making something greater in size, amount, intensity, or degree.
- 3Ascend refers to the act of moving upward, climbing, or going to a higher position or level.
Effective Usage of rise, increase, ascend
- 1Business: Use rise and increase to describe positive trends in sales, revenue, or profits.
- 2Travel: Use ascend to describe the act of climbing mountains, hills, or stairs.
- 3Weather: Use rise to describe the movement of the sun, moon, or temperature.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of plummet are rise, increase, and ascend. Use these words to describe upward movement, positive trends in business, climbing mountains or stairs, and the movement of the sun, moon, or temperature.
