What is another word for raising?

Common synonyms for raising include upbringing, prove, level, provoke, getup.

What is the opposite of raising?

Antonyms of raising include lowering, decreasing, reducing, diminishing, dropping.

Synonyms for

Raising

Noun / ˈreɪzɪŋ / Another word for raising — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of lifting or moving something higher.

Synonyms & similar words

upbringing prove level provoke getup resurrect raise produce arouse lower recruit stir fosterage grow putup advance upgrade heighten rearing erect enhance nurture conjureup putforward kickupstairs lifting elevating hoisting uplifting boosting heaving elevating upheaving hefting

Synonyms by register

Formal

elevating uplifting augmenting increasing

Informal

upping boosting beefing up

Literary

exalting hoisting lifting

Antonyms

lowering decreasing reducing diminishing dropping submerging

Common collocations

raising children
raising awareness
raising funds
raising prices
raising a family
raising spirits
raising objections
raising the roof

Word family

noun raising

verb raise

adjective raised

adverb upwardly

Usage note

The word 'raising' is often used in the context of children, funds, or awareness. Be mindful of the specific context when choosing a synonym to avoid misinterpretation.

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