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vi \ˈrīz\rose\ˈrōz\ris·en\ˈri-zən\ris·ing\ˈrī-ziŋ\
Definition of RISE
1
a : to assume an upright position especially from lying, kneeling, or sitting b : to get up from sleep or from one's bed
2
: to return from death
3
: to take up arms <rise in rebellion>
4
: to respond warmly : applaud —usually used with to <the audience rose to her verve and wit>
5
chiefly British : to end a session : adjourn
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: to appear above the horizon <the sun rises at six>
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a : to move upward : ascend b : to increase in height, size, volume, or pitch
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: to extend above other objects <mountain peaks rose to the west>
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a : to become heartened or elated <his spirits rose> b : to increase in fervor or intensity <my anger rose as I thought about the insult>
10
a : to attain a higher level or rank <officers who rose from the ranks> b : to increase in quantity or number
12
: to follow as a consequence : result
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: to exert oneself to meet a challenge <rise to the occasion>
Examples of RISE
- Smoke was rising into the air.
- Bubbles rose to the surface of water.
- The tide rose and fell.
- The land rises as you move away from the coast.
- a tower rising above the little town
- a politician who rose to fame very quickly
- The book has risen to the top of best-seller lists.
- People are angry about rising gasoline prices.
- The market is continuing to rise.
- The wind rose in the afternoon.
Origin of RISE
Middle English, from Old English rīsan; akin to Old High German rīsan to rise
First Known Use: before 12th century
Related to RISE
Related Words: jump, rocket, skyrocket, surge; heighten, intensify, redouble; blow up, bulk, distend, inflate, puff (up); crescendo, crest, peak
See Synonym Discussion at spring
