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increase

The word “increase” has 2 syllables: in-crease

It's pronounced as /ɪnˈkris/

What is synonym and antonym for increase?

In the thesaurus, “increase” has 146 synonyms and 81 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for increase along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for increase

Antonyms for increase

Meanings of increase

  • noun
    1. An amount by which a quantity is increased.
    2. For a quantity, the act or process of becoming larger.
    3. Offspring, progeny.
    4. The creation of one or more new stitches; see Increase (knitting).
  • verb
    1. (of a quantity, etc.) To become larger or greater.
    2. To make (a quantity, etc.) larger.
    3. To multiply by the production of young; to be fertile, fruitful, or prolific.
    4. To become more nearly full; to show more of the surface; to wax.

Example Sentences

  • Companies aim to increase their profits each year.
  • Regular exercise can increase your overall energy levels.
  • The government plans to increase funding for education.
  • A rise in demand may increase the price of goods.
  • They hope to increase efficiency by using better technology.

On this page you'll find 227 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to increase, such as: abate, abatement, abbreviate, abridge, abridgment, accelerate, access.

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