risen

[ˈrɪz(ə)n]

risen Definition

• 1. past participle of rise
• 2. increased in number, amount, or value

Using risen: Examples

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

• Example

  The sun had already risen when I woke up.

• Example

  The price of oil has risen dramatically in recent years.

• Example

  The number of COVID-19 cases has risen sharply in the last week.

risen Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for risen

• ascended
• climbed
• mounted
• soared
• surged

Antonyms for risen

• fallen
• dropped
• lowered
• descended

Phrases with risen

• rise to the occasion

  to show that one is capable of dealing with a difficult situation

  Example

  Despite her nervousness, she rose to the occasion and delivered a great speech.

• rise and shine

  a phrase used to wake someone up or greet them in the morning

  Example

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

• rise from the ashes

  to make a comeback after a failure or defeat

  Example

  After the company went bankrupt, it was able to rise from the ashes and become successful again.

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Summary: risen in Brief

'Risen' [ˈrɪz(ə)n] is the past participle of 'rise', meaning to move upwards or increase in number, amount, or value. It can refer to the sun, prices, or statistics, as in 'The number of COVID-19 cases has risen sharply in the last week.' 'Risen' is also used in phrases like 'rise to the occasion,' meaning to show capability, and 'rise and shine,' used to wake someone up.