ever-increasing
|ev-er-in-creas-ing|
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/ˈɛvər ɪnˈkriːsɪŋ/
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/ˈɛvə ɪnˈkriːsɪŋ/
(increase)
grow larger
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ever-increasing' originates from the combination of 'ever,' meaning 'always,' and 'increasing,' meaning 'growing or expanding.'
Historical Evolution
'Ever' and 'increasing' have been used together since the late 19th century to describe something that is continuously growing.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'always growing,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
continuously growing or expanding over time.
The ever-increasing demand for technology is reshaping industries.
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Last updated: 2025/05/03 12:34