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rising

|ris/ing|

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/ˈraɪ.zɪŋ/

(rise)

upward movement

Base FormPlural3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleNounNounVerbVerbAdjectiveAdjective
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Etymology
Etymology Information

'rising' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'rīsan,' where 'rīsan' meant 'to rise.'

Historical Evolution

'rīsan' transformed into the Middle English word 'risen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'rise.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to move upward,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

an act of rising; an upward movement.

The rising of the sun was a beautiful sight.

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Adjective 1

moving upward; increasing in amount or degree.

The rising prices are a concern for many.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35