Pronunciation

/rʌɪz/

Definitions

Noun

1. An upward movement or increase in position or level: The sun began to rise in the sky.
2. The act of getting up from a lying or sitting position: After a long night, he slowly rose to his feet.
3. A period when something increases in value, popularity, or importance: The stock market saw a rise in investments.
4. A lift or increase in quantity, amount, or degree: There was a rise in temperature during the day.

Verb

1. To move upward from a lower position: The bird rose gracefully into the sky.
2. To increase in amount, level, or value: The cost of living has risen steadily over the years.
3. To come to consciousness or awareness: He slowly rose from a deep sleep.
4. (Business) To start or become active after a pause or decline: The company’s sales have begun to rise again.

Adjective

1. Occurring naturally or as part of a normal process: The tide rises at night.
2. Increasing in amount or level: The demand for housing is rising.
3. (Math) Ascending in value or order: The sequence of numbers rises by twos.

Phrases

• “Rise early” means to wake up early.
• “The price of bread has risen sharply” describes a significant increase.
• “The sun rises in the east” is a common statement about solar movement.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The sun’s rise marked the beginning of a new day.”
• Verb: “After months of unemployment, he finally found a job that allowed him to rise above financial struggles.”
• Adjective: “Her voice rose in excitement as she shared her news.”

Synonyms

• Ascend
• Elevate
• Climb
• Mount
• Boost
• Increase
• Growth
• Elevation
• Climax