increasing
7 synonyms and 1 antonym for increasing, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Growing larger in amount, number, or degree over time.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
expanding
escalating
Antonyms
How to use increasing
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
increasing concern
increasing demand
increasing numbers
Etymology
From increase plus the participial suffix -ing.
Full origin of increasing →Frequently asked questions
What does “increasing” mean?
The word “increasing” means growing larger in amount, number, or degree over time. In plain terms, getting bigger or more, over time.
How do you pronounce “increasing”?
“Increasing” is pronounced ihn-KREE-sihng (/ɪnˈkɹiːsɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “increasing” in a sentence?
Here is “increasing” used in a sentence: “There is increasing concern about rising energy costs.”
What is the opposite of “increasing”?
The opposite of “increasing” — its antonyms — is decreasing.
What part of speech is “increasing”?
“Increasing” is an adjective.
Is “increasing” a common word?
“Increasing” is a very common word in modern English.
What is the opposite of increasing?
The opposite is decreasing — growing smaller in amount, number, or degree. Related terms include declining, falling, dropping, shrinking, and diminishing. Where increasing numbers climb over time, decreasing ones fall. The pair is common in describing trends, from rising or falling prices to expanding or contracting populations.
What is an example of something increasing?
Anything that grows steadily over time fits. A rising temperature through the morning, a savings balance that climbs each month, a city's growing population, or mounting traffic during rush hour are all increasing. The word simply signals that a quantity or intensity is getting larger as time passes.
