increasing — becoming greater in size, amount, or degree
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: becoming greater in size, amount, or degree
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈkriːsɪŋ/
Korean meaning: 크기나 양, 정도가 점점 커지는, 증가하는
Korean pronunciation: 인**크리**싱
Example Sentences
- My mom's increasing collection of K-pop albums is taking over our living room.
- The increasing price of coffee is making me consider switching to water.
- There is increasing evidence that regular exercise improves mental health.
increasing
ADJECTIVE//ɪnˈkriːsɪŋ//
becoming greater in size, amount, or degree
A resident watches increasing floodwater levels rise up the neighborhood street
Increasing pressure needs releasing, keeping danger decreasing!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English 'increasing', derived from Old French 'encreistre' and Latin 'increscere', combining 'in-' (into) and 'crescere' (to grow). The word has been used in English since the 14th century to describe the process of becoming greater.
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📝Examples
“My mom's increasing collection of K-pop albums is taking over our living room.”
“The increasing price of coffee is making me consider switching to water.”
“There is increasing evidence that regular exercise improves mental health.”
“The company is facing increasing competition from overseas manufacturers.”
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