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rise Definition and Meaning in English (rise definition)

verb
Synonyms:ascendclimbgo up
Quick Answer • Definition

Rise definition: To move upwards from a lower position; to ascend.

Definitions of Rise

  1. 1verb

    To move upwards from a lower position; to ascend.

  2. 2verb

    To increase in amount, number, or intensity.

  3. 3noun

    An act of moving upwards or an increase in amount, level, or status, especially in salary.

Example Sentences

general

“The sun will rise in the east.”

business

“Prices are expected to rise next month.”

casual

“He got a rise in his salary.”

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Inflected Word Forms

third person singularrises
past tenserose
past participlerisen
present participlerising

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

rise and shineexpression

An informal way to tell someone to wake up and get out of bed.

rise to the occasionidiom

To show that one can deal with a difficult situation successfully.

give rise toexpression

To cause something to happen or exist.

Frequently Asked Questions: Rise in English

What is the meaning of Rise in English?▼
Rise definition: To move upwards from a lower position; to ascend.
How do you translate 'Rise' to English?▼
'Rise' translates to 'rise' in English. Rise definition: To move upwards from a lower position; to ascend.
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