Synonyms for

Increase

Verb / ˌɪˈnkri:s / / ˈɪˌnkri:s / Another word for increase — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to become or make something larger in number, amount, intensity, or degree

Synonyms & similar words

decrease decrement growth increment addition gain stepup grow expand enlarge boost augment amplify escalate heighten multiply strengthen advance develop improve enhance aggrandize swell intensify proliferate widen

Synonyms by register

Formal

augment escalate amplify expand

Informal

go up go up get bigger boost

Literary

wax swell mount

Antonyms

decrease reduce lessen diminish lower decline shrink

Common collocations

  • increase significantly
  • increase rapidly
  • increase steadily
  • increase by
  • increase in
  • increase the size
  • increase production
  • increase demand

Word family

noun increase
verb increase
adjective increasing
adverb increasingly

Usage note

While 'increase' can be used as both a verb and a noun, be mindful of the register when choosing synonyms. 'Escalate' often implies a negative or dramatic increase.

Example sentences

  1. We need to increase our efforts if we want to win the game.
  2. The company plans to increase its profits next year.
  3. I hope to increase my knowledge by reading more books.
  4. The teacher wants to increase the students' understanding of the topic.
  5. Exercise can increase your stamina and energy levels.

Quotes

  • The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing. - Walt Disney
  • Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts. - Winston Churchill
  • Believe you can and you're halfway there. - Theodore Roosevelt

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