rise

[raɪz]

rise Definition

• 1. to move upwards or to a higher position
• 2. to increase in amount, number, or level
• 3. to become more important or powerful

Using rise: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "rise" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The sun rises in the east and sets in the west.

• Example

  The water level is rising due to heavy rainfall.

• Example

  The company's profits have risen significantly this year.

• Example

  She has risen to the position of CEO through hard work and dedication.

rise Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for rise

• ascend
• climb
• increase
• grow
• advance
• prosper
• go up

Antonyms for rise

• descend
• fall
• decrease
• reduce
• wane
• weaken
• decline

Idioms Using rise

• on the rise

  increasing or becoming more popular

  Example

  The use of electric cars is on the rise as people become more environmentally conscious.

• give rise to

  to cause or create something

  Example

  The new policy gave rise to a lot of controversy among the employees.

• rise to fame

  to become famous or well-known

  Example

  The band rose to fame after their hit single was released.

Phrases with rise

• rise and shine

  a wake-up call, usually used to encourage someone to get out of bed

  Example

  Rise and shine, it's time to start the day!

• rise to the occasion

  to show that one is capable of handling a difficult situation

  Example

  Despite the pressure, she rose to the occasion and delivered an excellent presentation.

• rise from the ashes

  to recover from a disastrous situation

  Example

  After the fire destroyed their home, they were able to rise from the ashes and rebuild.

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Summary: rise in Brief

The verb 'rise' [raɪz] means to move upwards or to a higher position, to increase in amount, number, or level, or to become more important or powerful. It can refer to the sun rising in the morning or to a company's profits rising. Phrases like 'rise and shine' and 'rise to the occasion' are also common. Idioms like 'on the rise' and 'give rise to' are used to describe increasing popularity or the creation of something.