rising

/ˈraɪzɪŋ/
noun
  1. An act of moving upward or an increase in level or amount.
    • There has been a steady rising in the cost of living.
    • The rising of the dough is the most important step in baking bread.
    • The rising of the river after the storm caused flooding.
  2. A rebellion or protest against authority.
    • The people's rising against the dictator was finally successful.
    • History books record the famous rising of 1848 in Europe.
    • The government quickly suppressed the rising in the capital.
adjective
  1. Moving upward or increasing in amount, level, or intensity.
    • The rising sun painted the sky in shades of orange and pink.
    • She felt a rising sense of panic as the deadline approached.
    • Rising temperatures are a concern for farmers during the summer.
  2. Becoming more important, successful, or powerful.
    • He is a rising star in the world of technology.
    • Many young athletes dream of becoming rising champions.
    • The company is a rising force in the renewable energy market.
verb
  1. Present participle of rise: to move upward, increase, or get up.
    • The balloon is rising slowly into the clear blue sky.
    • Prices are rising faster than wages in many countries.
    • She is rising from her chair to greet the guests.
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