Synonyms for

Rise

Verb / raɪz / Another word for rise — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to move upwards or to a higher position

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

ascend mount emerge originate

Informal

get up wake up pop up come up

Literary

soar aspire uplift

Antonyms

fall descend drop lower sink decline plunge

Common collocations

  • rise and shine
  • rise to the occasion
  • rise in the ranks
  • rise above
  • rise from the ashes
  • rise in price
  • rise to power

Word family

noun rise
verb rise
adjective rising

Usage note

When referring to a person getting out of bed, 'get up' is more common in informal contexts. 'Rise' often implies a more significant or gradual increase.

Example sentences

  1. The balloon will rise into the sky.
  2. I need to rise early for school.
  3. The bread will rise in the oven.
  4. The price of the book will rise next month.
  5. The tide will rise during the evening.

Quotes

  • A rising tide lifts all boats.
  • We rise by lifting others.
  • The phoenix must burn to emerge.

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