Pronunciation

/ɪnˈkriːsɪŋlɪ/

Definitions

• Adverb: In a growing or progressive manner; by increasing degrees. It describes verbs, typically indicating that something is becoming more frequent, intense, or larger over time.

Example usage:

• Describing a Verb: “The demand for electric cars is increasingly high due to environmental concerns.”

  • In this sentence, “increasingly” modifies the adjective “high,” emphasizing that the demand is rising more and more.

• Modifying Adjectives: “She found herself feeling increasingly anxious before exams.”

  • Here, “increasingly” intensifies the degree to which the person feels anxious.

Phrases

• “Increasingly popular”: Refers to something that gains popularity over time.

  • Example: “Electric bikes have become increasingly popular among urban commuters.”

• “Increasingly important”: Signifies that something is gaining significance with time.

  • Example: “Environmental protection has become increasingly important in global policy-making.”

Example Sentences

• Adverb modifying a Verb: “The need for renewable energy sources is increasingly pressing as fossil fuel reserves dwindle.”
• Adverb modifying an Adjective: “His confidence grew increasingly throughout the season.”

Synonyms

• More and more
• Gradually
• Steadily
• Progressively
• Growingly