rising
/ˈraɪzɪŋ/
noun
- 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.
- 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
- 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.
- 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.
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verb
- 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.