rises
|ris/es|
B1
/ˈraɪzɪz/
(rise)
upward movement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'rise' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'rīsan,' where 'rīsan' meant 'to rise or get up.'
Historical Evolution
'rīsan' transformed into the Middle English word 'risen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'rise.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to get up or stand,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'ascend' and 'increase.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to move from a lower position to a higher one; to ascend.
The sun rises in the east.
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Verb 2
to increase in amount, size, or degree.
The prices of goods have risen.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45