uprise

[ʌpˈraɪz]

uprise Definition

  • 1to rise up; to rebel or revolt
  • 2to ascend or climb up

Using uprise: Examples

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

  • Example

    The people uprose against the oppressive government.

  • Example

    The workers uprose in protest against the unfair treatment.

  • Example

    The sun uprose over the horizon.

  • Example

    She uprose from her seat and walked towards the door.

uprise Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for uprise

Antonyms for uprise

Phrases with uprise

  • to take up weapons and rebel against authority

    Example

    The peasants uprose in arms against the tyrannical king.

  • to become more popular or well-known

    Example

    The band's latest album caused them to uprise in popularity.

  • uprise from poverty

    to improve one's financial situation and move out of poverty

    Example

    Her hard work and determination helped her uprise from poverty and achieve success.

Origins of uprise

from Middle English 'uprisen', from Old English 'ūprīsan', from 'ūp' (up) + 'rīsan' (to rise)

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Summary: uprise in Brief

'Uprise' [ʌpˈraɪz] is a verb that means to rise up, rebel, or revolt against authority, as in 'The people uprose against the oppressive government.' It can also mean to climb or ascend, as in 'The sun uprose over the horizon.' Phrases like 'uprise in arms' and 'uprise in popularity' extend its meaning to rebellion and popularity, respectively.