English · Common Verbs
increase
/ɪnˈkriːs/
[/ɪnˈkriːs/]
make larger
Intermediateverb
Definition
To become greater in size, amount, or number, or to make this happen.
Example
The company hopes to increase its profits by selling products in new countries.
The company hopes to increase its profits by selling products in new countries.
Etymology
From Latin 'increscere' (to grow), from 'in-' and 'crescere' (to grow).
How & Where It’s Used
Verb stresses second syllable; noun stresses the first.